What does a good relationship look like?
Well, they all look a little bit different, but they all have at least one of these things in common.
Click on each box below to see the different ways that people can show you that they care for you:
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They show/tell you that you matter to them.
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They really listen when you talk. They show up when they say they will. Those are good relationships worth working on. Who has really taken time to listen to you?
There are lots of other people around you who also feel left out and would be happy to have a new friend.
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They challenge you to grow.
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They hold you accountable to do something you say you will do. They also help you learn from your mistakes. Can you think of someone who has done that for you?
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They build your confidence.
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They empower you to make decisions, and they support your efforts. Their words and actions help you believe in yourself. Who was the last person who made you feel like you could do anything?
There are lots of other people around you who also feel left out and would be happy to have a new friend.
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They seek your input.
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If you’re being asked for your opinion or your feedback to make decisions, that person is working with you to problem-solve. Who would you go to for input and advice?
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Who are the people that you thought of? Those are the people who may be important in your life and worth taking the time to strengthen your relationship with.
Make sure that you’re doing these things for them, too!
You should both feel like you're growing and receiving support to achieve your goals.
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Forward Together Team
We are the Forward Together Team - a group of youth and adults that work together to help every young person in our state feel more connected and lead healthier lives through one key factor: great relationships.
