What good do we bring to our relationships

~Christina · Mar 04, 2019 at 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by cashart10

I am empathetic and a good listener. I am also generally a good mediator. I am loving and kind and, while I wouldn’t call myself “funny”, I am most definitely goofy!

What good do we bring to our relationships

Sounds fantastic !

~Christina · Mar 04, 2019 at 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by yellow_fleurs

Thanks for the thread Christina! I am empathetic and my boyfriend even told me I helped teach him empathy. I also have a sense of humor. I try hard to be there for my friends even if I am having a hard time myself. I am often down to try new things or for an adventure. Like a trip somewhere new or skydiving for example.

All good quality’s , I’d have to skip the skydive LOL

Thanks for sharing

Mar 05, 2019 at 01:17 PM

I feel like I bring a sense of belonging to all my relationships (friends, family, spouse) -- you never feel out of place or not included. It's a casual and inviting feeling my friends say when they talk to me. It's like you've known me for years. I think that's a quality I can be proud of.

~Christina · Mar 06, 2019 at 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Brentus

I feel like I bring a sense of belonging to all my relationships (friends, family, spouse) -- you never feel out of place or not included. It's a casual and inviting feeling my friends say when they talk to me. It's like you've known me for years. I think that's a quality I can be proud of.

What a great quality !!! Having people feel so relaxed and included is a gift.

Good for you !

Thanks for sharing

theswampdawg · Mar 06, 2019 at 12:46 PM

Great topic but my current state doesn't allow me to see the positive. I feel that I am toxic to a relationship.

~Christina · Mar 06, 2019 at 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by theswampdawg

Great topic but my current state doesn't allow me to see the positive. I feel that I am toxic to a relationship.

I hope your feeling better soon

Row Jimmy · Mar 06, 2019 at 10:33 PM

I bring -

Humor
Talent
A soft side
Toughness when necessary
Intelligence
Commitment
Money management (my wife *sucks* with money

)
Passion
A love of life
Curiosity
Yelling at the TV
Cooking

OK......let's balance the scales. What I don't bring -

Patience
Predictability
Driving safety
Personal safety (just broke my ribs climbing a mountain)
Logic
A stable past
Career path
A complimentary personality
Conversation

~Christina · Mar 06, 2019 at 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Row Jimmy

I bring -

Humor

Talent

A soft side

Toughness when necessary

Intelligence

Commitment

Money management (my wife *sucks* with money

)

Passion

A love of life

Curiosity

Yelling at the TV

Cooking

OK......let's balance the scales. What I don't bring -

Patience

Predictability

Driving safety

Personal safety (just broke my ribs climbing a mountain)

Logic

A stable past

Career path

A complimentary personality

Conversation

I love have you broke down!!

Thank you for shaking

Unrigged64072835 · Mar 07, 2019 at 08:03 PM

I bring a lot of compassion. With what I’ve been through I understand a lot more.

I have a wicked sense of humor. I also have a laugh that a lot of people think is lovely and they laugh along.

I have a lot of drive, especially on the upswings. I get a lot done.

I’m my husband’s best friend and fellow problem solver, so we get a lot done as a team.

I’m very creative with art and music (though it’s usually just my husband and I).

I usually listen well mostly because I have to or else my mind wanders off.

I’m sure there’s more but I’m tired.

Loveandkindness · Mar 08, 2019 at 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ~Christina

I ask this because we all talk about the negative impact BP has in our relationship BUT regardless there is good.

My T and I talk about it pretty often especially when I am down. He has been telling me for years I bring “ color” into my relationship with my husband or friends.

I will say I have a hell of a sarcastic humor and could be a stand up comedian. According to loads of people.

I really TRY to remember things will indeed improve.

You ? Goooooooooo!

I think it can be difficult to hear other people's takes on what someone with BP brings to a relationship with anyone. But it takes away from the challenges that the individual with the disorder faces. Patience and a supportive home base can be really important in combating the struggles the disorder brings. I know that for me, knowing that my support system is stably behind me brings me hope that I can get better. Some days though, not so easy...

~Christina · Mar 08, 2019 at 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Fharraige

I bring a lot of compassion. With what I’ve been through I understand a lot more.

I have a wicked sense of humor. I also have a laugh that a lot of people think is lovely and they laugh along.

I have a lot of drive, especially on the upswings. I get a lot done.

I’m my husband’s best friend and fellow problem solver, so we get a lot done as a team.

I’m very creative with art and music (though it’s usually just my husband and I).

I usually listen well mostly because I have to or else my mind wanders off.

I’m sure there’s more but I’m tired.

Impressive list

Thank you so much for sharing

~Christina · Mar 08, 2019 at 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Loveandkindness

I think it can be difficult to hear other people's takes on what someone with BP brings to a relationship with anyone. But it takes away from the challenges that the individual with the disorder faces. Patience and a supportive home base can be really important in combating the struggles the disorder brings. I know that for me, knowing that my support system is stably behind me brings me hope that I can get better. Some days though, not so easy...

I think you bring up some very important things.

Thank you for sharing

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Anonymous48614 Guest Posts: n/a	Mar 05, 2019 at 01:17 PM #23 I feel like I bring a sense of belonging to all my relationships (friends, family, spouse) -- you never feel out of place or not included. It's a casual and inviting feeling my friends say when they talk to me. It's like you've known me for years. I think that's a quality I can be proud of.
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theswampdawg New Member Member Since Mar 2019 Location: Atlanta Posts: 3 5	Mar 06, 2019 at 12:46 PM #25 Great topic but my current state doesn't allow me to see the positive. I feel that I am toxic to a relationship.
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