We are all connected to people, places and things.  Relationships are about the connectedness between people.  The mutual dealings between us that are relative to time and place.

Different people come in and out of our lives at different times.  We are born into a given family, complete with all kinds of  relatives.  We will come to know much about all of them through the years.  Throughout life’s journey we will interact with a set of chosen “family” and friends. We will also engage with an even larger number of people with whom situations of time, place us together.  This group consists of  colleagues, acquaintances, employees, bosses, representatives, doctors, service techs, and so so many more.

Relationships can be simple, easy, and straight forward.  They can be challenging, complex, and difficult as well.  Respecting people and what they bring to our lives is a huge part of success and happiness.  Everyone can offer something great.  That one nugget of wisdom.  That one skill that they own and can perform better than anyone else.  A beautiful heart.  Great wisdom.  Passion.  Joy.

Great people bearing great gifts are a treasure. No one can ever offer more than themselves.  Treasure the people in your life!  Remove the relationships that seem poisonous, toxic, and dysfunctional. 

Give more than you get!  Leave more than you take!

We cannot make other people happy!

Happiness is to be shared!