Name one important trait in a romantic relationship
Open and nonjudgemental communication
Trust
Respect
Understanding, empathy, and compromise
Individual growth and independence
Commitment
Learning each other’s love languages
What are other forms of breakups besides romantic relationships?
Family, Friends, Situationships/Casual Dating
What is the acronym used to describe consent?
FRIES
Can a healthy relationship exist without commitment?
This action involves clearly communicating your feelings and reasons for the breakup, while remaining respectful and considerate
What does FRIES stand for?
Freely Given
Reversible/Revocable
Informed
Enthusiastic
Specific
Why might labels matter in a romantic relationship?
So everyone is on the same page and has similar expectations!
Why is it important to validate others/your own feelings in a breakup?
It allows both people in the situation to feel seen, heard, and understood. This allows both parties to feel respected and allow for the processing of emotions. It can also provide a sense of closure!
Does FRIES still apply in long-term relationships?
Yes
Are all healthy relationships long-lasting?
No! That is where healthy breakups come in.
How is miscommunication related to unhealthy breakups?
There can be ghosting/avoidance, unclear boundaries, a lack of closure, etc.
These examples can all lead to a complication in the healing process.
What part of FRIES is this statement infringing on:
"If you loved me you would do this"
F: Freely Given
How does the phrase "I can change them" interact with the content we have discussed tonight?
It removes the agency of the other person.
There might not be reciprocation.
There might be a lack of communication.
Maybe there is not a respect of someone's boundaries.
Should communication remain open after a breakup?
It depends! Are both parties comfortable and safe in this arrangement? If so, then it is absolutely possible to remain in contact after a breakup!
This concept means that consent can be revoked at any time, even if it was initially given
Reversible/revocable