The Terri Cole Show 516 Are Your Relationships Transactional or Relational? Signs to Know
Jun 20, 2023
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Relational vs Transactional Connections
- Relational connections are solid, reciprocal, and feel naturally rewarding, creating a safe space.
- Transactional connections are self-serving, often temporary, and mentally and physically taxing.
Terri's Relational Marriage Example
- Terri Cole and her husband Vic lean heavily towards relational, always considering each other's needs.
- This mutual care contrasts with relationships of codependents and narcissists where imbalance causes harm.
Terri and Vic's Financial Lessons
- Terri and Vic have been financially screwed by others due to their trusting, relational nature.
- They believed others shared their moral standards, leading to painful but instructive experiences.