Social Aspectby April Dela Cruz

Social Relation

any relationship between two or more individuals

mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups

STAGES OF THE NATURAL DEVELOPMENT OF A

RELATIONSHIPproposed by: psychologist George

Levinger1.Acquaintance and

Acquaintanceship – Becoming acquainted depends on previous relationships, physical proximity, first impressions, and a variety of other factors.

2. Buildup – During this stage, people begin to trust and care about each other.

3. Continuation – This stage follows a mutual commitment to quite a strong and close long-term friendships, romantic relationship, or even marriage. STAGES OF THE NATURAL DEVELOPMENT OF A

RELATIONSHIP

4. Deterioration – Boredom, resentment, and dissatisfaction may occur, and individuals may communicate less and avoid self-disclosure.

5. Termination – The final stage marks the end of the relationship, either by breakups, death, or by spatial separation for quite some time and severing all existing ties of either friendship or romantic love.STAGES OF THE NATURAL DEVELOPMENT OF A

RELATIONSHIP

Steps to Harmonious Relationships

Be Understanding

Understand with empathy. Listen attentively, with compassion.

Be Respectful

Honor each person by showing

positive regard and respect.

Be

Be genuine. Be really present with authentic and sincere interest.

Be Exemplary

Teach by example. Be a living example of what you want to teach.

Be Clear

Communicate well. Speak their language, verbal and non-verbal, to build rapport,

comfort and trust.

Praise other people's positive attributes and express admiration and appreciation for their talents, qualities, accomplishments, values and courage.

Be SupportiveSupport and assist sensitively and compassionately with information, referrals, contacts, endorsements, backing, coaching, mentoring, teaching and training.

Be EmpoweringEmpower others by supporting them in making their own decisions.

Be Prayerful & OptimisticOptimistically trust in the essential goodness and growth of others.

Be Grateful & Gracious

Express your gratitude. Show

your appreciation.

Be Kind & Caring 

Being kind and caring is our true calling, our soul's divine nature.

Be A Good FriendA good friend allows us to give, as well as to receive and feel appreciated.

Be LovingTo love is to give unselfishly. God created us with love and He instructed us to love Him and His creation.

Friendship

a relationship of mutual affection between two or more

people