Journal Partner Reflection

The relationship I have with my journal partner is always growing and evolving. A solid relationship take trust, support, caring and equality. I believe all the “friendship rules” are apparent in my relationship because my journal partner (wife) is my best friend. The discussion that was sparked by this assignment has made me aware the most significant rule to our relationship for my wife is equity. This was not a rule I felt was that significant, however she has explained in a relationship it is extremely important for both partners to feel they are getting as much as they are giving. Moreover, I have yet again learned a substantial tidbit about my wife I did not realize before.
Additionally, we both feel being supported in a friendship is a major quality to appreciate. When I came to the conclusion to take this course to further my career it was the support of my wife that ultimately made my decision. Therefore, a person can feel invincible when they have the full support of their loved ones. Another rule that has a sizeable impact on our relationship is to share humor, I can honestly say we laugh all the time together. We both have a strong sense of humor and try not to take everything to seriously.
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Ultimately, I have discovered of the list of rules she found most important was not the one I would have guessed. I will make sure to work on the fact I am doing as much for her as she does for me and the kids. She gives a lot of herself to help everyone with their needs, I must be mindful I am reciprocating. Furthermore, any time I can learn something new to help my relationship to keep moving forward is always an important opportunity. I trust we have both taken away from this a new appreciation for what each other contemplates as essential, we plan to apply what we have learned and keep discovering new aspects of each