Relationship Strengths Worksheet

Discovering, celebrating, and building upon what's already working well in your relationship

Current Relationship Strengths

Every relationship has unique strengths and positive qualities. Take time to recognize and appreciate what's already working well between you.

How would you rate the overall strength of your relationship?

Partner 1

Struggling Very strong

Partner 2

Struggling Very strong

Current strengths in your relationship - Check all that apply:

We communicate openly and honestly We trust each other completely We support each other's goals and dreams We handle conflict constructively We share similar values and beliefs We make each other laugh regularly We show physical affection frequently We work well together as a team We give each other space and independence We are committed to growing together We appreciate and acknowledge each other We handle stress and challenges well together

What makes your relationship unique and special?

Individual Strengths You Bring to the Relationship

Each partner brings unique strengths, qualities, and gifts to the relationship. Acknowledge what you each contribute individually.

Complete this section about yourselves and each other:

Quality/Strength	Partner 1	Partner 2
Three best qualities I bring:
How I show love best:
My partner's greatest strengths:
What I appreciate most about my partner:
How my partner makes me a better person:

How You Complement Each Other

Describe how your individual differences create balance and strength in your relationship:

Where one of us is strong, the other provides different strengths:

How our differences make us stronger together:

Strength Through Challenges

Every couple faces challenges. Your ability to overcome difficulties together reveals important strengths in your relationship.

Reflect on how you've successfully navigated challenges together:

Challenge/Difficulty	How We Overcame It	Strengths This Revealed

Our greatest success as a couple has been:

What this success reveals about our relationship:

Communication & Conflict Resolution Strengths

Identify the positive patterns in how you communicate and handle disagreements together.

Communication strengths - Check all that apply to your relationship:

We listen to each other without interrupting We ask questions to understand better We express feelings without blaming We take breaks when discussions get heated We apologize when we're wrong We focus on solutions, not just problems We can disagree without personal attacks We check in about each other's feelings We validate each other's perspectives We repair and reconnect after conflicts

What we do well when we disagree:

How we typically repair after a conflict:

A recent example of when we communicated or resolved conflict really well:

Shared Values & Future Strengths

Explore the values, beliefs, and future goals that unite you and create a strong foundation for your relationship.

Important values we share - Check all that apply:

Family importance Honesty and integrity Personal growth Financial responsibility Health and wellness Adventure and travel Community involvement Creativity and self-expression Work-life balance Environmental consciousness Education and learning Spiritual or religious beliefs

Shared goals and dreams:

Time Frame	Shared Goals	Why This Matters to Us
Next Year
Next 5 Years
Long-term Dreams

How our shared values strengthen our relationship:

Building on Your Strengths

Now that you've identified your strengths, create a plan to intentionally nurture and build upon what's already working well.

Top 5 Relationship Strengths to Focus On:

Strength	How We'll Nurture It	Action Steps
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How we'll celebrate and acknowledge our strengths:

How we'll remind each other of our strengths during difficult times:

Monthly Strength Review

Commit to a regular practice of acknowledging your relationship strengths:

Monthly "strength appreciation" conversation Keep a shared strengths journal Review this worksheet quarterly Share strengths with supportive friends/family

Strengths Celebration & Commitment

After completing this assessment, what are you most proud of in your relationship?

How has this exercise changed your perspective on your relationship?

Our commitment to focusing on and building our strengths:

Partner 1 Signature & Date:

Partner 2 Signature & Date:

Strong relationships are built by recognizing, celebrating, and nurturing what's already working well. Return to this worksheet regularly to maintain a strength-focused perspective.