Moz Relationships 101  (Between Couples) - Tips and Pointers

Tip 1 - Understand and accept the personalities

• Accept that men and women are different
• Know the background/family of origins
• Accept the personality type
• Know the passion
• Know and love thyself

Tip 2 - Recognise and appreciate unique value propositions

• Understand your partner’s needs and expectations
• Think win-win
• Speak the Love language
• Avoid feeling insecure - Only you can give this unique experience

Tip 3 - Communicate 

• Express needs and wants clearly (Don’t assume your partner can read your mind)
• Actively listen to your partner
• Use basic manners – please, thank you, etc.
• Pose a question instead of stating a command
• Make eye contact 

Tip 4 - Maintain the relationship

• Be aware that needs and expectations change over time
• Avoid complacency
• Respect, trust, apologise, forgive, support, etc.
• Monitor & improve - Self-reflection, feedback, counselling (if necessary)

Tip 5 -  Be aware of conflict areas

• Recognise conflict areas e.g. finances, parenting, spirituality/religion, etc. 
• Use different conflict resolution strategies
• Know the non-negotiables

Tip 6 – Grow as an individual and as a couple

• Affirm strengths and accept weaknesses
• Discuss and support each other’s goals and aspirations
• Ensure you are on the same page as a couple
• Understand that growth happens in different ways

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