The Moment Alex Opened Up to Me
Summary
- I realized the importance of patience in relationships after about 10 months when I was unsure if my partner would really let me in.
- Over time, my partner, Alex, who used to be very authoritative, has evolved into a better listener and now values collaboration and the opinions of others.
- A pivotal moment in our relationship was when Alex asked for my opinion in front of others at one of his gyms; it was significant enough that I called my dad to share my excitement.
- The foundation of a strong relationship, from my experience, is built on respect, even more than love. Respect is essential for a healthy partnership.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest starting with the foundation of respect. Always listen to others and value their opinions. This doesn't cost any money, and it builds trust. It can be as simple as asking someone, "What do you think?" or "Do you have any ideas about this?" Remember, this shows you respect them.
To develop patience in relationships, it's important to understand that things take time. If you're working with a partner or team, be patient and give them space to grow and share their thoughts. Just like how it took time for Alex to let me in, the same goes for business relationships. Be consistent and patient.
If you want to become a better leader like Alex, practice being less authoritative and more collaborative. In meetings or when working with others, consciously let go of control a bit. Instead of giving orders, invite feedback. When someone shares a good idea, acknowledge it publicly. This can help others feel valued.
Also, make sure to show excitement when others involve you. When Alex asked for my opinion, I shared that moment with my dad because it meant so much. So, when you're valued by others, let them know it's important to you. It encourages more open communication.
Most of these strategies don't require money, just a commitment to treating people well. Respect is key. Remember, whether in business or personal growth, strong relationships are built on a foundation of respect, which is just as critical, if not more so, than love.
Quotes by Leila Hormozi
"I wonder if he's ever going to let me in"
– Leila Hormozi
"Alex is very authoritative"
– Leila Hormozi
"You've become a much better listener"
– Leila Hormozi
"You ask for other people's opinions"
– Leila Hormozi
"The Bedrock has been respect not love"
– Leila Hormozi
Full Transcript
it was about 10 months in the relationship and I felt like I wonder if he's ever going to like let me in at that point Alex is very authoritative now I'm just very docel and just accepting of everyone you've become a much better listener you ask for other people's opinions you're much more collaborative I remember thinking like is he going to let me in in any way and I remember we were at your one of your old gyms and somebody was saying something and then you looked to me and you said well I'd really like your opinion I remember it vividly because I literally went and called my dad and I was like he wants my opinion no I respect the tripping if there was ever something that we built a relationship on the Bedrock has been respect not love
