This article is brought to you by the St. Hubert Domestic Violence Outreach Ministry.
Do you wish to join this ministry? For information, please contact the Ministry Coordinator at
ministryinfo@sainthubert.org
WHAT DOES A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP LOOK LIKE?
A healthy relationship means that both you and your partner are:
Communicating: You talk openly about problems and listen to one another. You respect each other’s opinions.
Respectful: You value each other as you are.
Trusting: You believe what your partner has to say. You do not feel the need to “prove” each other’s trustworthiness.
Honest: You are honest with each other, but can still keep some things private.
Equal: You make decisions together and hold each other to the same standard.
Enjoying personal time: You both enjoy spending time apart, alone or with others. You respect each other’s need for time apart.
Engaging in supportive parenting: You communicate together about the needs of the children, as well as the needs of both parents.
If you or someone you know is being abused, seek help today. In an emergency, please dial 911. For all other help, please call: Illinois Statewide Domestic Violence Helpline 877 TO END DV (
877-863-6338),
877-863-6339 TTY or call WINGS 24-hour hotline
847-221-5680.