All relationships have various power dynamics. Healthy relationships involve shared power and no one person has all of the power, all of the time.
Healthy relationships can involve things like:
- Open communication
- Respect for boundaries
- Shared responsibility
- Trust and support
- Negotiation and fairness
- Honesty and accountability
It’s important for all of us to think about healthy relationships and what we want in a relationship with a partner, friend, family member and ourselves. Complete this healthy relationship exercise to get started.