Chapter 20. Be a Person of Your Word
Section Summary
" Totally Fulfilled people surround themselves with support- ive people —lovers, family, friends, colleagues. " Good relationships with lovers, family, friends, and col- leagues are an important part of a balanced and fulfilling life.
" Good relationships depend upon honest communication.
" Knowing yourself, your needs, your strengths, and your weaknesses is the place to start building your relationships. " It is important to present your true self from the very start of any relationship.
" Build upon an honest foundation of who you truly are.
" Assigning blame in a failed relationship prevents you from learning the lessons of the painful experience. " Don’t ask who is to blame but how did it happen and what can I do to avoid repeating those same mistakes.
" Lack of communication causes frustration.
" Being generous doesn’t always mean giving people money or gifts. " Even the smallest kind gesture can have a ripple effect in the world. " Even if one person takes advantage of your generous nature, don’t stop giving.
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