Our relationships are constantly changing - for the better or worse...
By kiran8
@kiran8 (15348)
Mangalore, India
May 28, 2011 10:19am CST
We ave so many different relationships with different people within the family and outside the family. I notice that none of these relationships remain the same, they are constantly changing.Even with regard to your own children, there are bound to be changes. These changes may be for the better or worse.In my own case, I see that some of the relationships with close relatives has worsened for several reasons mainly because of shared properties and the problems that causes...whereas with some of my friends I feel that I have reached a different level of relationship which is positive and makes me feel happy...It is the same with some other relatives and my children.No doubt that there are minor frictions and misunderstandings but it has not had any negative effect so far....How about you all? How has been your relationship with your close ones and friends? Please do share your feelings and views ...
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@himzey (1321)
• India
28 May 11
Hi kiran !
"Change" is a necessity, to deal with different situations we come across in life .
You become wise and matured, with each and every second in your life, than you were moments ago; even if its 0.01%. Well, at least we do try, not to repeat the same mistakes again.
Improving and maturing yourself with each and every second, you enhance your thoughts and ideas about life,.. develop new ones,.. and expand your horizons each time you do so.
This whole experience is dynamic and never ending, and it continues with your existence.
It shapes you, and makes you what you really are, ie to say, this is from where you gain your "identity".
Your interactions too;(be it with anybody), change, with the situation's demand.
Every time you sit back and think about your relationship with your family members and friends, you set your priorities (for time being, though), by judging them, on the basis of these interactions..
//Being angry with your dad or mom over something, is a perfect example of it. The obvious reaction from you is to stop your conversation with them and ignore them.
This works only for a few days, though; and then you get back normal (cuz, thats what the situation demands from you; or who else is going to pay your bills..lolz)//
..This gives new direction to our relations.
Well, most of the time, it is positive and makes our bonds even stronger, while sometimes you may get those undesired results.
Just gotta remember two things, "Time heals everything; well almost".As time passes, everything comes back to normal;even you do..lolz
And have faith in yourself and "keep moving forward".
Happy mylotting.. :)
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
30 May 11
himzey's right ... the example is perfect. I'm sure his mama and papa are proud of him ... letting him have the freedom to be who he wants to be and from what I see , he is a good person at heart. They have surely taught him well.
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
31 May 11
Hi himzey, hanks a lot for sharing your thoughts and views ! I agree with your views.I too feel that one should not hold on but go ahead and face new situations in life even it means that there are bound to be changes all round. When you stagnate there is no growth and you end up being morose. I have seen such people who have lived in the same house in the same manner all their life and with the same attitude whether it makes them and others around them happy or not. They even call themselves disciplinarians , but , one wonders if they have lived at all or instead stagnated all their life?
@yugasini (12893)
• Secunderabad, India
28 May 11
hi Kiran madam,
money will spoil the relationship of even mother and son, wife and husband,brothers, sisters,so until money enter in relationship,we are happy when it enter we have to forget happiness in that relationships,so i does not caring of relation ships, may be it may brake or more strong,have a nice day
@yugasini (12893)
• Secunderabad, India
29 May 11
hi kiran madam,
thanks for the response,first i am the son to my parents,then student in school and fiend in school and college,after that i am the brother of sisters and brothers,when i marry i will be husband to my wife and i am the father of my children,besides that i am the sun in law for my father in law and mother in law just like that,i have seen everything in the life with and without money,this is my own experience about the money,any how that is my fate i will not pin point any body is responsible for this,have a nice day
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
29 May 11
Hi sreedhar, even if you dont care for relationships, you acquire them when you are born into this world. You are a son, brother,cousin etc etc...and keep acquiring more as you go along!Money does play an important role in all relationships, but again it depends on the individuals as to how much importance they are willing to give it...
@dpk262006 (58678)
• Delhi, India
1 Jun 11
Hi Kiran!
I think it is money which changes relationship now a days with close relatives. People who acquire wealth whether legal or illegal, they feel that they have won everything and they start feeling superior to others. Their ego gets inflated and they fill with air of false pride. Now a days People are forgettting how to maintain good relationship with relatives and be humble. The feeling of superiority makes them aloof from others. Nuclear families and working couples also fail to maintain good relations with their relatives due to lack of time.
Deepak
PS - pl. check your mail.
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
2 Jun 11
H deepak, I agree with that to a great extent. It shows a very immature and wrong attitude - in my opinion this where developing EQ in children plays an important part. They acquire the right kind of values and attitude towards life.Once we are able to see things in their right perspective we will not be swayed by petty issues that come in the way of maintaining and nurturing relationships that are important to us..
@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
30 May 11
This is a good topic. Not many people like to talk about family matters but it's actually simple to work out. For my perspective , the way I see it , first and foremost I held utmost respect for the elders. They are namely my relatives parents and the more senior , the more respect I should have for them. After that , their children ...grandchildren and all that. Everything should start with respect. And with respect it means all the good and flaws that they have we should be ready to go through. However , that does not mean that we can step on one another knowingly and unknowingly. Because it will only further destroy the pure color of what's already there. I mean , why dampen something good right. But I always steer myself from hypocrisy and one thing's for sure , I want everybody to get along together. I don't know how others feel about this but that's what I do. I don't care about negativity , never have and never will. This can sometimes be mistaken for being a hippo(cryte) as I jokingly like to say it , because then people don't see why you can be close camps with both sides which perhaps are not that close to begin with.
Everybody have their own unique sides. Like for example , A can be close to their dad's side and B can be close to their momsie's side. It's all in good hands and as long as the respect is there , who cares if who is close with who. As long as the boundary is not crossed over like for example I will never insult my uncle or aunt ... like I know they are sick an inner example will be Uncle Joe has a heart attack. Now I wouldn't make heart attack jokes just because I don't get along so well with Uncle Joe's son or daughter.
That will only dampen everything that has been built by the uncles and aunties. I mean , they would want everybody to get along , so we should continue the legacy. I have always been honest with myself and with others and it's a trait that either people can accept or not. But at the end of the day , I know I'm true to myself and that's all that matters. Good topic here kiran.
If you want respect , give respect to others first. Sincerely..[b][/b]
@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
5 Jun 11
That's right kiran ...everything starts from young ..and the nurture of nourishment respect and all. It will stick with the children as they grow up and hopefully , garnering a good diplomacy in life wherever it's applicable. Take care too my friend..
Yes himzey ..thanks..
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
31 May 11
Hi zed, thank you so much for sharnig your thoughts and views on the subject I too feel that respect is a very important aspect in any relationship.We are taught to respect elders and since it becomes in built within us we continue to look up to them inspite of any minor disagreements or misunderstandings we may have with them. Having said that I have seen some cases where this reverence and respect being taken advantage of, which causes strained relationships.
My own feeling is that - parents and school atmosphere has a lot to contribute in making a child aware of his/her responsibilities and role in the society in making positive contributions.Because once you reach a certain stage you can at best make amends and compromises but it may be difficult to change already formed personality traits...
What you say about being honest with oneself and as far as possible with everyone we deal with. There are of course situations and times when honesty is not welcome, so one also needs loads of diplomacy in life...all thee best zed, enjoy your evening
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@anil02 (24688)
• India
28 May 11
Hello Kiranji, Change is the rule of nature, nothing is constant. We cannot satisfied all. And we also not satisfied with all one. This unsatisfication is the main cause of our worse relations. When we expect more from our relative or friend than it is also a cause of worse relations. When priorty changed than it also affect our relations. As for me I am not in main stream for last 15 years so I have much contact with friends and relatives. But it is my opinion if our relations worsened with any friends or relatives than we must not close doors to reinstate relations.
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
29 May 11
Hi anil,Since change is inevitable it can change once again for the better or worse! Friends becomes foes and vice versa.I have seen complete changes come over relationships in a matter of a decade between individuals.In my life the most steady relationship I have always had, has been with my parents and siblings, a couple of my friends whom I have known for many years and my 3 children....
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
31 May 11
May be that is true! It so happens that we ourselves undergo a lot of change as we grow and experience life and this is bound to affect our relationships with other people.Your relationship with everyone changes even parents,children, siblings and close friends...in some cases it may be positive while in some other cases it may be negative..
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@anil02 (24688)
• India
30 May 11
Hello Kiran, Indeed relations not changed our priorty changed. In student life we had some friends with whom we spend lot of time. After completing education and joining job, some time after we have not any connection with these friends but we still remains friend. Relation with parents, siblings and children never change but after some year out prioty will be changed.
@Kalyni2011 (3496)
• India
29 May 11
Kiranji
Change is a must for going stady. In most indian families there is bitter relationship between the daughter in laws and the mother in laws, my sugesstion is just remove the 'inlaw'. problem is solved. my daughter in laws call me as 'maa' not 'sasu', they are 'beti' for me, not 'bahu'..
Thank you so much for sharing
Namastey.
Kalyani
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
31 May 11
Hi kalyaniji, thanks a lot for your response ! It is good that you are able to have a good relationship with your daughter in laws.If we are clear in our intentions it does work and succeed in most cases, but it requires two hands to clap right ? the effort has to come from both the sides...all the best and happy mylotting
@kawalnarang (1095)
• Trinidad And Tobago
29 May 11
This is what we call LIFE my dear..nothing remains the same,,it is true that you do get some satisfaction that you have friends,,at least more important in my thinking is that 'Let me not make the relationship worse from my actions or words.Be good to everyone you meet,,yes we do have problems where we get attached to material things like house etc.but do not worry,, have faith.
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
31 May 11
Hi kawalnarang, long time no see It is not easy to draw a line between being nice and accommodating because one wants to maintain a relationship to desperately holding on to something that may or may not be worthwhile.But it happens most of the time and people learn to compromise and go on with their lives...
@Professor2010 (20162)
• India
28 May 11
Kiranji namastey
I say, now i am passing through the 'BEST' phase of my life, yes there is minor difference of opinion with kids, wife Kalyani, daughter in laws and very close friends, it is natural, they add spice to life, we must take things light.
Thank you so much for sharing
Enjoy life to fullest.
Professor ‘*^Bhuwan^*’. .
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
29 May 11
Hi Professor, The other day I was reading an article written by actress Waheeda Rehman and she was of the opinion that she has reached a stage in life where she is able to handle everything even the most difficult situations in life with so much more ease except the minor health complications. Age and experience has the advantage but when you have reached the best phase of life your health fails, this is what happens to many people - what a pity !
@pankajgarg (797)
• India
28 May 11
well even though i am just 21 years old, i have observed that the relationships change with time. Actually there is a need to keep the relationship alive and best a person can do is to cheer with his or her friends, family and loved ones.....
@arshan18 (51)
• Philippines
28 May 11
according to what i have read, "there is nothing constant in this world except for changes." everything was bound to change and let's just hope that they would change for the better. you know what i mean? they should change in a good manner wherein it would be for the sake of everyone.
@kiran8 (15348)
• Mangalore, India
31 May 11
Hi arshan, thanks a lot for sharing your views!I too agree with the view that nothing is constant in this world except change.But to expect everything to change for the better is not always possible nor is it practical because good and bad in every aspect of life go hand in hand and are bound to leave their impact..