P220-227 Paradigms of Interdependence

Private Victory precedes Public Victory. Self-mastery and self-discipline are the foundation of good relationships with others.
The Emotional Bank Account
An Emotional Bank Account is a metaphor that describes the amount of trust that’s built up in a relationship. It’s the safeness you have with another human being.
Six Major Deposits that build the Emotional Bank Account
1. Understanding the Individual
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.
2. Attending to the little things
3.Keeping Commitments 
4.Clarifying expectations 
5.Showing Personal Integrity
Be loyal to those who are not present.
6. Apologizing Sincerely when you make a withdrawal