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The Art of the 3-C's

Updated: Sep 28, 2023




Commitment, Compassion & Communication

Relationship building is the process of establishing, developing, and maintaining positive connections with others over time. It involves building rapport, trust, and mutual understanding, as well as fostering open and effective communication.




Effective relationship building is important in both personal and professional contexts. In personal relationships, it helps to deepen connections, create lasting bonds, and develop a sense of community. In professional contexts, it can lead to increased collaboration, stronger partnerships, and improved business outcomes.


 

I came across an article written by a couple who have been married for 80 years that I am sharing below. In the article they share their secrets that helped them keep their relationship together for that long.


The 3 C's

  1. Commitment - the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or activity

  2. Compassion - concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others

  3. Communication - the exchanging of information or news


COMMITMENT

When you are committed to a cause, activity, project, relationship or job, you don't back down easily if at all. You commit yourself to making it work, completing the job or task. It's a mindset.


It's not always going to be easy. Sometimes it may feel easier to walk away but when you make a commitment, as did the couple in the article, you stay and give it your best shot.


You try to figure it out and make it work. That's commitment.



COMPASSION

So you have the right mindset. You are committed to the relationship or your job but some days are more difficult then others. You find yourself 'in the weeds' wondering if it's really worth it?


This is where compassion can help. When you apply compassion to how you and others are feeling, it immediately defuses the situation.


Tough times are temporary and compassion can help you shift or pivot to a healthier, more rational mindset. You will not be controlled by emotions when you use the valuable tool 'compassion'.


COMMUNICATION

We cannot assume anyone knows how we are feeling although it may seem obvious to us. We are complicated beings each with unique emotions for various reasons, not only limited to our behavioural styles or pasts.


You may have triggers as a result of your past that you don't fully understand leaving you feeling uncomfortable. When you can get comfortable with talking about the uncomfortable situations, growth happens.


 

Some strategies for effective relationship building include active listening, showing empathy, demonstrating respect, being reliable and trustworthy, and maintaining open and honest communication. Additionally, it can be helpful to find common ground and shared interests, and to show appreciation and gratitude for others.


Overall, relationship building requires effort, time, and commitment, but the benefits of strong relationships can be significant and long-lasting.


 

Adrienne Ashworth is a high energy, holistic, trans-formational Life Coach who helps women prioritize their well-being and take action with profound and sustaining results through her flexible coaching program Women Living Deliberately(TM).


She opened Tweak Solutions Inc in 2018 but has been coaching & empowering women since 2004. She is a member and accredited ICF Life Coach who provides coaching remotely from her office in BC, Canada.

Schedule a consultation or take her instant online Well-being Self-Assessment to embark on your holistic, trans-formative journey where you will prioritize your well-being in all area's of your life.

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