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What is a relationship?
First, it is important to address what the word relationship means. A relationship is a connection or correlation between things or people.
As humans, we need connection to thrive in this world. I see so many remarks on social media that men and women prefer to be alone because ‘there’s less drama’.
Focus on fostering relationships with positive qualities: honesty, positivity, encouragement and accountability.
These kinds of relationships are important to maintain our health and wellbeing.
Besides wellbeing, why do we need relationships?
The answer is quite simple.
Every person on this planet, has a set of innate needs that drives their actions. Abraham Maslow (psychologist) formulated a hierarchy of needs that drives actions. One of them is the need to belong and to feel loved. Although some people prefer to be alone, the vast majority have a need to connect with others.
Using Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, if one or both people’s needs are ignored, therein lies the problem. Needs can be broken down into sub-categories and change throughout one’s lifetime.