Post at Apr 23, 2021
Conscious Relationship
We are entering a time when relationships are poised for a major transformation. The current paradigm isn't working—people are dissatisfied and unsure how to make their relationships succeed.
This isn't necessarily a bad thing. When systems break down, they change. This is what's happening in intimate partnerships, pushing us towards conscious love.
So, what is a conscious relationship?
It's a romantic relationship where both partners are committed to a purpose centered on growth—individual growth, collective growth as a couple, and growth that positively impacts the world.
Currently, many enter relationships to fulfill personal needs. This may work temporarily, but it often leads to dissatisfaction.
However, when two people unite with the intention of growth, the relationship aims for more than gratification. It becomes a journey of evolution, allowing both individuals to expand more than they could alone, resulting in deep satisfaction and long-term fulfillment.
If you're ready to elevate your experience of romantic love, here are four qualities that define a conscious couple. Welcome to the path of conscious relationships—this is next-level love.
1. The conscious couple prioritizes growth over the outcome of the relationship.
Not being attached to the outcome doesn't mean you don't care about the relationship's direction. It means you prioritize the experience of growth over merely making the relationship work.
We're here to grow—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. When growth stops, we feel something's amiss. Relationships often stifle growth, leading to feelings of entrapment. The conscious couple values growth because it keeps the relationship alive, even at the risk of outgrowing the relationship. This commitment fosters a dynamic and loving partnership.
2. Each person in the relationship commits to owning their issues.
Conscious couples acknowledge that everyone has past wounds, which will inevitably be triggered in a relationship. They understand that these feelings are not caused by their partners but by their own beliefs.
Most people believe relationships should always feel good, and when negative emotions arise, they think something is wrong. Conscious couples, however, face these issues head-on, knowing that by addressing them, they can dissolve dysfunctional patterns and evolve together.
3. All feelings are welcome, and no internal process is condemned.
In a conscious relationship, there's space to feel and express anything to your partner. This openness is challenging but also incredibly healing. Radical honesty—sharing difficult aspects of yourself and allowing your partner to do the same—fosters deep understanding and enhances love.
4. The relationship is a place to practice love.
Love is a practice—of acceptance, presence, forgiveness, and vulnerability. It's not a destination with a peak feeling to maintain; it's a journey. The conscious couple is dedicated to embodying love, allowing it to manifest in unexpected ways through their devotion and practice.
By committing to these principles, conscious couples create relationships that are alive, evolving, and deeply fulfilling.