Relationship Building refers to the act of working to establish or maintain ethical relationships, networks, or contacts with people who are or may be potentially helpful in achieving work-related goals and gaining advantages. On the other hand, building a relationship with oneself calls for self-awareness, self-acceptance, self-care, and various other aspects in which you develop and grow within yourself. These two relationships can also be distinguished by using the terms “interpersonal” and “intrapersonal”. Just as important as it is to maintain interpersonally; it is much more essential to develop and strengthen the intrapersonal bonds we have with ourselves. It serves as the foundation for all other relationships.
Your intrapersonal relationship has an impact on your mental and emotional health, as well as your relationships with others. A positive relationship with yourself can improve your mental health, relationships, and even your academic or work productivity. But how does one work in this direction? Well, if you too are stuck in that position, this blog is exactly the answer to your query.
By following some of the simple steps regularly, you can unlock the doors to improving your relationship with yourself:
Having your quality ME-Time
An important aspect of life is dedicating time to yourself that is entirely and solely for you. After the hectic schedule of each day, have some time to yourself. If you can’t practice having it every day, take out a weekend where you provide yourself with some self-care. During this time, you disconnect from the rest of the world and do something to help you relax and rejuvenate. You should always look for something profitable and energizing for your mind like reading a book, a refreshing pedicure, taking good rest and solo-traveling, and more. These short breaks are necessary for you to return to work with the energy and endurance required to work more efficiently.
Following a Hobby or an activity, you feel passionate for
We all love doing something or the other in our lives such as a hobby we might not have been able to pay much time to lately. There must be some passion in life that helps you drive yourself insane. It could be anything that helps you lose your mind for a little while after trying so hard to keep yourself together. Giving time to this hobby should be done at least once a week to feel alive. This will help you ensure that you're taking time to fulfill what your heart says amidst all of the challenges you face daily. Don’t let that part of your heart drift apart as life goes rushing. Make sure to take out some time for the same and devote yourself to performing it.
Engage in self-inquiry
Self-introspection entails probing deeper into your life and giving it the attention it has needed for long. Reflect on the areas in your life where you are not honoring your needs, then evaluate the changes you can make and set boundaries with others as needed to improve your relationship with yourself. It's about becoming curious about making changes wherever you can and continue to do so progressively for the rest of your life. Journaling, meditation, observing your habits, using an app on your phone to track various tendencies, taking notes on your moods, and knowing what irritates you and how are all ways to gain insight.
Acknowledge what you feel through expression
The ultimate aspect that contributes to living a perfectly balanced life is expressing oneself. Most of the time, we are so preoccupied with our daily lives that we forget that our emotions and feelings need to be expressed. While your schedule is hectic, it is important to set aside some time to ensure that no emotions, whether happy or frustrated, build up within you. It could be in the form of writing or speaking with a close friend. It helps you stay focused and upright for the days ahead when you'll be working nonstop. This will help you stay less frustrated or confused. Plus, it will add up to your confidence.
Self-compassion is a must
Self-compassion can assist you in combating your inner critic and improving your relationship with yourself. Numerous exercises can help you develop self-compassion. Do not shame yourself or bottle up your feelings about what you might be experiencing in life. Assist yourself with optimistic words. Make yourself understand the positive side as if you’re talking to another friend in need. Take pride in your imperfections and do not be guilty about the times when you feel low. Have a positive outlook towards life and believe that in the end, everything will be fine.
It is somewhere true that you can only be strong and stable in your relationships with others if you have a strong and stable relationship with yourself. Therefore, the points mentioned above come to your rescue. You will be in the best position to love and nurture them if you are loved and nurtured by yourself first.
