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Hi, I'm Jocelyn Johnson, the creator of the Relationship Check-in Method and founder of Happy Partners Project.

The Relationship Check-in Method is a science, psych, and mindfulness-backed process for checking in on the state of a relationship.

With five categories, over 80 open-ended questions and prompts, and coaching tips on relationship best practices,

happy partners projects, relationship check-in method strengthens relationships and teaches emotional

intelligence.

Today we're going to talk about one powerful way to up level the quality of your relationships

and build trust, and I'm going to give you an exercise for self-exploration.

So let's get started.

The quality of your life is determined by the quality of your relationships.

With that in mind, how do we develop quality relationships?

It starts with active listening and doing your P-A-R-T part. We'll get to what that means, but first,

the greatest gift you can give your partner, loved ones, and colleagues,

is the value of your full attention, actively listening to their words and experiences.

Active listening prepares you to do your part in relationship. Okay, so let's get to what it means.

P is for presence. That's removing distraction and really listening to the words and story being told by your partner.

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