How can you build a sense of belonging and connectedness in your relationships?

Being authentic and vulnerable shows that you trust the other person, that you value their friendship. Being authentic and vulnerable break down the doors to more meaningful and effective communication. It allows you to share your feeling ,show support and discuss greater ways to move forward in life.

Check in with the people you care about. Ask questions about things that are important to them, and then actively listen to what they have to say.

In order to build connection and belonging, for example in a team, each team member must be willing to share something about themselves. This can be done at the weekly team meeting, allowing one person to share a story about themselves - it doesn't have to be big, but perhaps something few people know about them. Storytelling is a powerful tool to show who you are - your character - and to be vulnerable at the same time. What happens in storytelling, is that the people listening to your details and then they go into their own lives and think of similar things they might have experienced. If you share that you have a 4 year-old daughter, the audience thinks about their own kids. It creates an instant bond.

Being authentic and vulnerable can create what is called a "vulnerability loop." Your willingness to be open and vulnerable signals to the other person that the psychological safety in exists in your relationship that will allow them to be open and vulnerable, too.

Totally agree. Amazing to think people see it as a weakness when in fact it's the opposite. Need to take care though cause some are ready to pounce ??

Instead of being preoccupied while another person is talking, consider your response or how a similar situation happened to you, and stay fully present. Demonstrate with body language your presence by maintaining eye contact, matching body gestures, leaning in, nodding your head, etc. Pause after they stop speaking, since often they have more to say. Be comfortable with silence rather than rushing to fill the space.

Active and attentive listening is pivotal for fostering belonging and connectedness. It goes beyond hearing words, encompassing body language, tone, and emotions. This skill, rooted in genuine interest and respect, demonstrates care and values others. By minimizing distractions and avoiding assumptions, effective listening creates a space where individuals feel valued, fostering a culture of mutual learning and respect.

Ouvir o outro, respeitar a opini?o do outro, n?o siguinifica ter que concordar com o outro. E isto Tem que ficar muito claro para o outro. Um profissional de saúde como sou eu, psicóloga, n?o vou somar na vida do outro se eu busca agrada lo para que permane?a vindo a mim. Tenho que agregar a este um novo ponto de vista.E permitir que este reflita ou n?o sobre. Estamos vendo hoje uma gera??o de jovens acostumados a ouvir somente o que lhes é agradável, sem se comprometer com o resultados das consequências de suas escolhas.

Expressing gratitude and appreciation is a powerful tool for nurturing connections. Whether through words, writing, or gestures, it acknowledges others' positive qualities, making them feel valued and loved. This simple practice strengthens relationships and fosters a sense of belonging, emphasizing the impact of acknowledgment on mutual understanding and connection.

Mas infelizmente hoje temos uma gera??o que n?o agradece nada, até porque acreditam que as pessoas a sua volta vivem para lhes servir. Infelizmente é assim que est?o sendo ensinados.

Even for people with high EQ, feedback is essential. You might already have a lot of soft skills, but checking in to make sure you are understanding and connecting the way you think you are is essential.

Actively seeking feedback and embracing growth is integral to fostering connection. It reflects openness, humility, and a commitment to improvement. By valuing others' opinions and offering constructive feedback, a culture of mutual respect and support is cultivated. This continuous cycle of feedback and growth enhances relationships, demonstrating a shared dedication to learning and evolving together.

O que precisamos é de uma boa base de educa??o para quando crescermos sabermos distinguir entre o certo e o erradado, e assim sermos capazes de fazermos escolhas acertivas. Pois é chegado a hora para todos nós abandonarmos o ninho e crescer mais e ir além de onde conseguiu chegar nossos pais. Infelizmente o que temos hoje é uma gera??o alimentada por Likes ou frustradas quando n?o os obtém.

Building belonging and connection is enjoyable through shared interests and activities. Whether it's hobbies, sports, or arts, engaging together fosters bonds. Being flexible, adventurous, and cooperative creates shared memories, enriching relationships with joy and diversity. Embracing common passions forms a foundation for lasting connections, enhancing the quality of life through shared experiences.

Até concordo com este ponto de vista. Porém o ser humano precisa aprender ficar em sua própria companhia, entrar em contato com sua importancia, olhar sem medo, ou sentimento de culpa ou fracasso para suas imperfei??es. Entendendo que somos a somatória de tudo isso, e é isso que nós torna t?o complexos e interessantes.

#5 is vastly overlooked and critically important in building relationships of any kind. We live in a world that is built to divide us, separate us by our differences and then once we are segregated, pit us against one another to bread hatred for our brother because of those differences. We must do better at finding common interest with our brothers and focus on that which we share together. Then we can build off of those common interest, values and beliefs. At the end of the day, you get what you focus on. If you focus on the differences, that is what you will have. If you focus on commonalities, that is what you will have. The beauty is, we all have that choice. Choose wisely.

Building belonging involves resolving conflicts and challenges. It requires respectful, empathetic communication, acknowledging diverse perspectives, and finding mutually acceptable solutions. By demonstrating care and a willingness to overcome obstacles, relationships grow stronger, fostering a sense of connection and shared growth.

A precondition for connection is connecting with your own self first. Many people are disconnected without realizing it. They might feel empty, bored, confused, uncertain about the way forward, anxious, stressed. It has become the new normal. Disconnection is a direct result of being in survival mode. We know survival mode is triggered by past experiences, traumas, and beliefs. While this is an automatic response and not a choice, we do have a choice when it comes to de-activating survival mode. One of my favorite ways to do that is with breath work, but there are also other solutions.

Start by understanding and developing a positive relationship with yourself. Cultivate authenticity or, in other words, ensure that your actions and words align with your values, beliefs, attitudes and emotions etc. Many people project or live up to a false version of themselves. Authenticity is about being true to yourself and confidently conveying who you really are to others. Knowing and being yourself helps you to form stronger, more meaningful connections with others.

One must engage in a loving and accepting relationship with oneself if one is to ever enter into a loving and accepting relationship with another. However, the later may be used as a reflector of the former. A workman like approach continually awakening to ones level of loving towards oneself and others is a lifelong process. Vigilance is the key.