April 2006 Relationship Concepts
APPEALING - Part #5
Concept
 
This is the final installment of the concept of APPEALING. The last two aspects that will enable you to be more attractive to any (especially love) relationship are: New and Generosity.

  • Appearance
  • Personality
  • Passion
  • Essence
  • Able to receive
  • Lives values
  • Integrity
  • NEW
  • GENEROSITY

Discussion
 
New
The best companies, movie stars, musicians, artists, and even relationships are those that reinvent themselves on a regular basis. Microsoft comes out with new software, Nike produces improved shoes, Madonna is known for her changing looks and sound.

As human beings we either grow or we die (and there are a lot of “living dead” if you know what I mean!). People who are open to new things and who continue to grow are more attractive than those who are set in their ways. Likewise, the best relationships keep evolving. So, continuing to explore, develop, and move forward are important means for having a vital life and fulfilling relationships.

Generosity
Someone who is generous is openly giving of themselves, their energy, love, time, and attention. Material possessions can be included in this list, but beware – sometimes these are used in place of, as a substitute for, true generosity. Generosity is a powerfully attractive positive energy. It must be genuine, however – if you give for the sake of getting, that’s manipulation, so be sure to watch your motives.

Some inexpensive but very rich ways to be generous are:

  • Giving someone your full, undivided attention
  • Being openly (and appropriately) affectionate
  • Offering sincere acknowledgement
  • Providing help when needed, especially if before it’s requested
  • Using a loving or friendly tone of voice
  • Smiling!
  • The interesting thing about being truly generous is that “givers get” – in some way, you usually gain by giving something of yourself.

    Coaching
     
    Some things to consider/do in examining these concepts:

    New

    • Interview some of your friends and ask – what two things do you see that I could do to improve my life right now?
    • Learn a new skill – is there a class you’d love to take but have been putting off?
    • Explore yourself - Attend the personal growth workshop that someone recommended and you’ve been avoiding. Just do it! If it worked for them, chances are it will benefit you in some way, too.

    Generosity

    • Are you giving for the pure enjoyment of giving? Or is there a motive behind your actions? Remember, people know when they’re being manipulated, whether they are fully aware of it or not.
    • Are you trying to fix someone by pretending to be generous? There’s a difference between codependency and kindness.
    • Are you trying to buy love or earn love by giving yourself away? True generosity requires confidence, compassion and clear boundaries. Sometimes it is hard to see the truth when this particular type of pseudo-generosity is happening because it really does feel like you’re being giving and nice. However, if you really look inside and check it out, you’ll be able to tell the difference. A big clue: if you hear yourself say, “I’m always being taken advantage of,” you probably fall into this category.

    Parting Thought
     
    Both New and Generous require some level of self awareness and introspection. They also need a base of honesty in order to be effective.

    These two, combined with the other seven aspect of be APPEALING, will help you find love, keep love and grow love in your life. I want that for you and hope that this series has been helpful in doing just that.

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