Skylark Vision

Introduction: Why Relationships Are Emotionally Exhausting Today Relationships aren’t just about love. They’re about: Emotional awareness Boundaries Communication Safety When emotional intelligence is missing, even close relationships feel draining. 1. What Emotional Intelligence Really Is Emotional intelligence is: Recognizing emotions Understanding their origin Responding instead of reacting It’s not about being calm all the time. It’s about being honest . 2. Why Being Emotionally Aware Is Hard Many people were taught: To suppress feelings To prioritize harmony over honesty To be “strong” instead of expressive This creates confusion in adult relationships. 3. The Hidden Cost of People-Pleasing People-pleasing often looks like kindness. But internally it creates: Resentment Exhaustion Loss of identity Healthy relationships require self-respect. 4. Emotional Boundaries Are Not Emotional Walls Boundaries are not rejection. They are: Clarity Prote...