The Six Bond Builders

Question 1

Love

Answer 1

Being nice/kind, putting myself in her shoes to feel what it’s like to be on the other end of your words & actions. (3) Being concerned, tender, compassionate, accepting & appreciative to her. (4) Cherishing and respecting her.

Question 2

Honesty

Answer 2

Being truthful and sincere in a thoughtful way. (2) Refusing to fake reality or pretend things are other than what they are. (3) Being honest and open about my needs, desires, worries and what’s going on for me.

Question 3

Trust

Answer 3

Trust being earned over time. Well worth the effort.

Question 4

Integrity

Answer 4

Saying what I mean, meaning what I say, and doing what I say Ima do. (2) Standing up for what I believe is right, doing it & doing it for the right reasons, (3) Not scared to be truthful, responsible or accountable. (4) Living up to promises and commitments

Question 5

Respect

Answer 5

Treating her in thoughtful and courteous ways. (2) Fully understanding she’s is a unique individual w/ her own ideas, needs and opinions. (3) Consulting with, listening & valuing her opinions and wisely taking them in consideration when making decisions. (4) Supporting and encouraging her.

NEVER insulting, demeaning, ignoring, name-calling or using SARCASM

Question 6

Loyalty

Answer 6

Physical faithfulness and emotional commitment. (2) Siding with her, even when she might be wrong. (3) Keeping her confidences at all times. (4) Keeping her needs as most important others and accommodating her whenever possible. (5) NEVER badmouthing her. (6) Defending and generously building her up in conversations and with friends.