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HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS

THE KEYS TO A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP

26 Christian Counseling Connection i I have a blue laminated card displayed next to my com puter that reads, “Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-control.” Yes, this is the Galatians 5:22-23 list of the fruit of the Spirit. It is a reminder that if I choose to live as a Christian and sincere ly foster a relationship with God, the spirit of God residing in me will impact every aspect of my values, beliefs, and way of being, making a difference in who I become.

Sharon May, Ph.D.

We all want to be in a relationship with someone with a heart to become more loving, patient, kind, and aware of the impact of their reactions. This is how we all want to live and love. What are a few things we can be mindful of as we go on a journey of personal growth and transfor mation to become more loving, joyful, peaceful, patient, kind, good, faithful, gentle, and showing self-control?