Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence

Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Informtion and Support Guide 7 What Healthy Relationships Look Like In a healthy relationship power is shared equally between both parties, neither partner has to be in control of the other Both parties feel comfortable and safe, and are treated with respect. Many women have been able to leave abusive relationships and build new lives that are safe, healthy, happy and fulfilling, for them and their children RESPECT Honesty Support Cooperation Trust Accountable Safety • Takes responsibility for behaviour, attitudes and values • Admits mistakes when wrong • Respecting physical space • No intimidation or manipulation • Self expression without violence • Communicating openly and truthfully • Understanding and encouraging • Support each other’s choices • Listening without judgement, and valuing opinions • Accepting change • Asking not expecting • Able to compromise • Making decisions together • Win-win fixes for conflict • Accepting each other’s word • Giving the benefit of the doubt