Where do you fall in the realm of Relating, Dating, and Mating? Rate yourself in the following areas and find out. Be objective and honest.
I know what I want 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I have a clear vison for my life and relationship. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I can envision my perfect life in rich detail that feels strong and very real and keeps me motivated. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I can identify my passions, my purpose, and what makes me tick.
I know my requirements 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I have a written list of at least ten nonnegotiable requirements that I use for screening potential partners. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I have defined my top 5 Absolute Essential List and I am very clear that if any are missing, a relationship will not work for me. I am committed to waiting until I meet someone who possesses all of my top five Absolute Essentials before entering a committed relationship. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am clear on the difference between Requirements, Needs, and Wants and know what these are for me.
I am happy and successful being single 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I enjoy my life, my work, my family, my friends, and my own company. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am living the life that I want, and I am not seeking a relationship out of desperation and need. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am living my passions, purpose and being my tick.
I am ready and available for commitment 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I have no emotional or legal baggage from a previous relationship. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am not holding onto hopes of getting back together with my ex. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am not plotting the revenge of my ex or trying to get back at them by dating or latching onto someone else. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 My schedule, commitments, and lifestyle allows me availablility to build a new relationship.
I am satisfied with my work/career 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 My work is fulfilling, supports my lifestyle, and does not interfere with my availability for a new relationship. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 My work is part of who I am. It does not totally define me.
I am healthy in mind, body, and spirit 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 My physical, mental or emotional health does not interfere with having the life and relationship that I want. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I accept who I am and trust that the right person for me will love me regardless of any illness, disability, handicaps, or size. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am reasonably happy and feel good. I am positive about my life and my prospects about finding true love. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I believe that I will find the right partner for me and that I deserve to be happy.
My financial and legal business is handled 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I have no financial or legal issues that would interfere with having the life and relationship that I want. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am taking action toward correcting financial situations and remain committed to do so, and feel confident that a partner can accept this.
My family relationships are functional and healthy 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 My relationships with my children, ex, siblings, parents, and extended family do not interfere with having the life and relationship that I want. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I communicate in a loving manner and there is mutual respect between my children, ex, family, sibling, parents and extended family, and if not I am taking action to achieve this.
I have effective dating skills 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I initiate contact with people I want to meet, and disengage from people who are not a match for me. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I keep my physical and emotional boundaries. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I balance my heart with my head with potential partners. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am comfortable asserting and communicating my needs.
I have effective communication skills 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I can listen compassionately - hearing what someone else is saying without taking it personally 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I listen without interrupting 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I understand the difference between being a giver and a receiver in discussions 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I can express how I feel rather that judging, blaming or accusing the other person
I understand the stages of love and relationships 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am aware that love and relationships have several stages and know what they are. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I understand how to remain engaged and present through each of these stages. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am aware of the myths of marriage, and have realistic expectations of committed relationships and marriage. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I am willing to participate fully in giving and receiving in a relationship.
I have effective relationship skills 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I understand relationships 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I can maintain closeness and intimacy 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I communicate authentically and assertively 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I negotiate differences positively 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I allow myself to trust and be vulnerable 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 I can give and receive love without emotional barriers