3 Daily Habits
You’ve been with me through my own personal journey to build and maintain meaningful friendships and I’ll be the first to admit that it takes effort and intention.
I hope you’re not exhausted with the idea of effort. I know you have a busy life and friendships seems to be at the bottom of your priorities.
I hope to convince you to give it a more meaningful spot in your life by reflecting on my own experiences.
I’ve found that I become more visible to others via social media and coaching, they’ll ask about what I do to maintain relationships.
I’m the first to share that, whether it's with friends or colleagues, fostering connections is a continuous journey. I have to set aside time to connect myself and with others.
Here are 3 daily habits I incorporate in my routine to strengthen my friendships and working relationships:
1. Expressing Gratitude:
I begin my day by expressing gratitude. Taking a moment to appreciate the people in my life sets a positive tone and reinforces the value I place on my relationships. I have a personal mantra that I say “I’m grateful to have people who understand appreciate and accept me in my life.”
2. Active Listening:
I make a conscious effort to be an active listener. Whether in a casual conversation or a network meeting, I pay full attention to what others are saying. This not only strengthens my connection but also fosters a sense of being heard and understood. To strengthen this, I recommend spending just 5 minutes a day without your phone and focusing on your own thoughts in a quiet space. It will help you get better at focusing and active listening.
3. Checking-In Regularly:
I set aside times each week to check in with friends or colleagues. A simple text, call, or email goes a long way in showing that I care. I ask about their day or share a quick update about mine. Some people get checked on more frequently than others, but I make time to reach out to people to demonstrate that I want to connect.
The key to building strong relationships is consistency and authenticity.
By incorporating these daily habits into my routine, I contribute to a positive and supportive network of connections. So, I welcome the opportunity to share and learn from those around me as I watch my relationships flourish.
I challenge you to do the same.
Is there someone that you haven’t talk to in a while that you’d like to re-connect with? Send them an email. text or better yet, pick up the phone to call them and listen to how things have been going in their life.