REACH Approach to Developing Relationships

The person …
Shows respect	Not checking your messages Not invading your privacy Treat you as an equal Reply to messages Not using conversation killers
Shows empathy	Cry together with you Mirroring your emotions Verbal expression; paraphrasing what you have said
Is accepting	Don't ignore or shoot down suggestions Non-judgemental
Is caring	Gain joy by helping others Put others’ needs in front of oneself Still help you without bearing grudges; forgiving
Is honest	Don't lie Open; don’t hide the truth Don’t talk behind people’s back

 While we may not be able to REACH everyone, we must at least try to practise the above behaviours to the ones closest to us, or those whom we wish to develop good relationships with =)