Almost no one is foolish enough to imagine that they

automatically deserve great success in any field of activity;

yet almost everyone believes that they

automatically deserve success in their marriage.

~ Sydney J. Harris

This month, we’re spending a few weeks focused on partnership. I know that of the thousands of parents in my community that some are in committed partnerships and some are not.

My intention is to make this month work for everyone.

>> If you are married or in a committed relationship, by all means, use the tools!

>> If you are currently single OR in a tenuous or challenging situation, I invite you to use this work to get clear on the type of relationship you would like to create.

>> If you are not interested in creating a partnership with someone else, spend the time exploring the relationship you have with yourself. (Because, yes, your littles are still watching you navigate partnership!)

Let’s take a moment to define partnership. It’s one of the most talked about topics, yet we all make quite a few assumptions about what relationships stand for and feel like.

When I talk about partnership, I am referring to your primary relationship. It’s deeper than friendship, needs almost constant nourishment, and includes strong levels of attachment and bonding. Partnerships don’t fit a mold. Partnerships are founded on love, and trust, and mutuality.

Partnerships – on their own, take tending.

Partnerships – in the midst of parenting little ones, need attention.

It’s completely understandable that partnership can get pushed to the wayside with all the to-dos of family life. And, it’s infinitely valuable when you put intention and care back towards your primary relationship. This is your opportunity to give your partnership a little more juice and love – and then watch the ripple effects across all members of your family.

So, today, I want to leave you with another quote:

There will always be crazy things that happen in our lives, but love is the central connector. If we commit to love and partnership, the other stuff doesn’t matter.

~ Hill Harper

Sending you so much love,

Carrie

P.S. No matter where you are in life, the true nature of relationship lies within you. Be open. Be spacious. Choose love.

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