Strengthen Your Relationship By Nurturing Vulnerability

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Relationships thrive on trust and respect, but let’s not forget that vulnerability is an important component as well. Sharing such openness with your partner can make your relationship stronger and healthier.

Try these tips to nurture a healthy vulnerability in your relationship:

1. Acknowledge your vulnerable side. Most of us tend to ignore our vulnerability or hide it. In a relationship, you may be scared to share your weaknesses because of previous rejections.

People build emotional walls to hide their true feelings because of past injuries. It’s not easy to let go of these walls in a new relationship. The memories of rejection, guilt and sadness are difficult to overcome.

It’s important to acknowledge your vulnerable side instead of ignoring it. In a relationship, showing your vulnerabilities can help build trust and love.

Recognize your partner’s vulnerable side, too.

2. Build trust in a relationship. By sharing your weaknesses, you are showing that you trust each other.

If you’re too scared to talk about your fears, your relationship lacks trust. Without trust, you can’t build a strong foundation. Fear prevents you from sharing details and making decisions together. It can isolate you and…