Understanding Emotions 

There are both positive and negative emotions for a reason. Positive emotions help us define what we do want and negative emotions help us to identify things we don't want.

     As kids, we don't always understand our emotions, but as we grow, we develop the ability to identify our emotions and put them into words. We develop "Emotional Awareness" or "Emotional Intelligence."

Definition - "Emotional Intelligence is the measure of an individual’s abilities to recognize
and manage their own emotions, as well as the emotions of other people,
both individually and in groups."

Your "IQ" measures your Intelligence Quotient. Your "EQ" or EI" measures your Emotional Intelligence, a key factor in the formation and development of your close personal relationships.Learn more about your "EQ".

What is an Emotional Connection

An Emotional Connection happens when you can trust your partner "emotionally." You trust that your partner is supportive, committed, respectful, and engaged in the relationship.

A strong emotional connection, in a couple, will give each person more strength to deal with issues as they arise.

Failure to read and respond accordingly to other people’s emotional cues can, over time, derail almost any relationship.

    Conversely, the benefits of having an emotional connection are significant. Increased respect, a better sexual connection, amazing conversations, improved communication skills, better moods and a lot more fun!

1 - Know Yourself

In order to have a true emotional connection with someone else, it is vital that we be fully aware of ourselves! Have you ever explored your personality? Have you ever taken a Core Values event? 

Understanding our personalities and the impact they have on our lives is a valuable tool  for emotional skill development and connection in a relationship. 
Visit "Your Personality" for an in-depth review.

We use our Core Values as a guide towards "happiness". If we don't know our Core Values, we don't have that guide! Do you really know your Core Values? Are you sure?

Both of these events are held every month - Visit "Foundation Events" for more information.

2 - Attachment Style

Your attachment style affects everything from partner selection, how the relationship develops and progresses and in some cases why it might end. So what is attachment style?

At our Attachment Style event, which is held every month for FREE as a part of The Conscious Quest, you will learn exactly how your attachment style impacts every relationship that you have ever had. Please do not understand how powerful this information is!

Register for FREE - "Attachment Style FREE" Learn more about "Attachment Style"

3 - Trust

It's probably not a surprise that trust is a key part of a healthy relationship, but it is something that many couples struggle with for a variety of reasons. There are different areas of trust to consider.

For example, you might trust someone to be there for you physically, but not emotionally. Complete trust in someone requires considerable vulnerability and trust cannot be demanded, it can only be given.
Learn more about "Trust."

4 - Intellectual Compatibility

Do you believe that mental intelligence is an important match characteristic? Your IQ might measure your intellect, but it is your EQ that determines how you use our intellect in a relationship.

There is a big difference between intellect and intelligence. Some feel that it important to find a partner that they can "talk to" and "relate to", which you might want to consider refers to intelligence, not intellect. 
Learn more about dating "Intellectual".

5 - Respect

Respect is essential for a loving relationship. For a relationship to be considered respectful, both partners need to be equal, feel safe, valued and accepted for who they are. Arguing can be normal and healthy in relationships as long as it’s done respectfully.

Respect in a relationship is reflected in how we treat each other every day. Even if we disagree or have an argument, we should be able to respect and value each other by handling the conflict "fairly". Respect isn’t about controlling someone or making them do what you want them to do. Respect is the freedom to be yourself and to be loved for who you are.

Learn more about "Respect."

6 - Commitment

Commitment in a relationship is complicated. It takes two people, and it requires an alignment of both fact and attitude. For example, the person you are with might be committed in attitude  (thoughts and beliefs), but not in fact (events and actions).

We should have a clear idea of what being ‘committed’ means to us and we should be ready and willing to learn about our partner’s definition. Although the meaning of commitment may seem obvious, it’s important to gain clarity.   Learn more about "Commitment."

7 - Handling Conflict

There is conflict in all relationships...it's normal.

In a healthy relationship, communication is the key. If you can communicate effectively and have a plan in place to handle conflict, you have the opportunity to build trust and make your relationship stronger.

For an in-depth look at handling conflict, go to our "Conflict" page.

8 - Support

When someone truly supports you, it means that they challenge you, stand beside you, yet give you the space you need.

They don't judge you or put limits on you physically, mentally or emotionally.  They are proud of who you are and what you can become.

Learn more about "Support."    "What it means to have a supportive partner"

9 - Empathy

Empathy is a key factor in building and maintaining relationships.

It is the ability to tune ourselves into other people’s sensations and emotions, and gain a sense of what is like to be them in that moment. It is vital to developing trust and rapport in relationships.

Learn more about "Empathy."

10 - Engagement

The ability to emotionally engage with your partner is a significant factor in establishing a positive relationship.

Part of the reason why people rate “a sense of humor” so high on attractive features is because being able to make us laugh is part of being able to make us feel or "engage" our emotions.

Learn more about being "Fully Present."

So What Does All This Mean?

Developing an emotional bond is one of the keys to a long lasting relationship as it helps to build the foundation of strength, trust and respect. Everyone wants to feel loved by their partner, and building the emotional connection will improve any relationship.

Keeping communication open and encouraging constant and consistent growth for yourself and your partner will help to develop your emotion intelligence and connection.

Note - It's also vital to understand, and be able to discuss, the emotional history of your partner. Many factors from childhood, to previous relationships, losses, achievements and more can have a significant impact on how your partner views relationships.
Learn more about "History."

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