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Research has continually shown that the higher the self-confidence of the individuals in a marriage, the better the marriage.
A long term research project at the University of California, Berkeley, utilizing information from literally hundreds of married individuals since 1929 has demonstrated this important information. The data suggest that an individual's self-confidence is a clear factor for both men's and women's [marital] satisfaction,' states researcher Arlene Skolnick.
If we want to impropve our long term relationships, it may be helpful to focus on our individual needs and emotional health.
As we do that which helps boost our self-esteem, and confidence, we bring a new sense of self to our relationships. Often both partners, and the relationship benefit from the increase in individual self-esteem.
How is your self-esteem? What can you do to improve your confidence and feel better about yourself?
The better partners feel about themselves the better they feel about the realtionship.
7 comments:
I definitely agree with this. Failure to attain a good self esteem causes insecurity. And I had been told many times that 'insecurity' is a rust that destroys a relationship. While I try to keep my relationships healthy by sharing my happiness to my partner, I wouldn't be able to share anything if I myself is insecure and unhappy.... Thanks Jen! As always, your post is very helpful.
Good self-confidence and self-esteem will benefit not only your relationship but your work ethic, your ability to work with people/groups ... just don't let it get out of hand.
Hi Smiles... :-)
I love your thoughts about "sharing your happiness with your partner."
That pretty much says it all!
I've gotten a sense that you are quite joyful so I'm sure your relationship reflects your brightness!
Thanks sweetie for your insights!
XO,
jen
Ahhh George.. as always you add an important bit of wisdom.
To not let our self esteem get out of hand is a most important reminder!
Thanks a bunch... :-)
Hope all is well,
Jen
Wow, is this right on!!! I have been attending co dependents anonymous meegings for a months now and am working on my own recovery and working toward becoming a more healthy adult. My relationship will benefit from my work on myself and I am already seeing small good signs.
Hi Technobabe...
I'm so proud of you! You are such a beautiful example of working at one's relationship! :-)
Healthy long-term relationships just do not seem to come easy.. it is so true that the more we do to keep ourselves emotionally healthy the better the relationship (for the most part)!
Lots of love sweetie... keep up the great work!
Jen
Terrific work! This is the type of information that should be shared around the web. Shame on the search engines for not positioning this post higher!
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