There are two words that have the power to completely transform our relationships—Thank You and Sorry.
We all know this.
But very few of us practice it with the depth and sincerity our relationships deserve.

Over the years, I’ve learned one fundamental truth about life:

Every relationship is a mutual requirement.

From a mother and child, husband and wife, friends, colleagues—even employer and employee—every bond exists because both sides need each other.
No relationship in life survives on one-sided expectations.

Yet we forget this simple truth.

We assume relationships will stay.
We assume people will understand.
We assume love is automatic, presence is guaranteed, and connection is permanent.

But relationships do not survive on assumptions.
They survive on awareness, expression, and ownership.

The Power of “Thank You” and “Sorry”

These two words are not just words.
They are emotions, felt only when they come from the heart.

• When we say “Thank you” genuinely, we acknowledge someone’s presence in our life.
• When we say “Sorry” sincerely, we accept our part in keeping the relationship clean and light.

But here’s the deeper point:

It is not enough to feel these emotions. We must express them.

Express to your parents.
Express to your partner.
Express to your children.
Express to your friends.
Express to your colleagues.

We often hold back because of ego, assumptions, or fear that vulnerability makes us weak.
But vulnerability is not weakness.
It is the highest form of connection.

If someone cannot feel your genuine thank you or your sincere sorry, it only means one thing—they are not emotionally connected to you at that moment. And that is a signal, not criticism.

It is a call to pause, reflect, and reconnect.

Relationships Are Mutual — Not a One-Sided Expectation

We often desire relationships deeply:

• We want someone to be available for us.
• We want someone to understand us.
• We want someone to prioritise us.

But before expecting anything, we must ask:

Are we taking a step forward too?
Are we owning the relationship the way we want it to own us?

Because relationships are not about “they should come to me.”
They are about “I care enough to go to them.”

When you value a relationship:

• You show up.
• You express.
• You apologise.
• You appreciate.
• You make yourself available.
• You take the first step.

Not because you are weak.
But because you know the value of what you are preserving.

The Cost of Not Owning the Relationship

The painful truth is this:

If you don’t take the first step today, you may lose the relationship forever.
And once lost, no amount of regret will bring it back.

We often realise the importance of someone after they walk away.
But maturity is recognising their value while they are still here.

So, before it’s too late:

• Say thank you
• Say sorry
• Say what your heart wants to say
• Show that you care
• Take responsibility
• Take the first step

Own the relationship while it still exists.
Life is too short for assumptions and too precious for ego.

Let’s Practice Deep Connection

Let’s learn to express our heart—not half-heartedly, not occasionally—but with consistency.

Let’s remember:

• Relationships are mutual
• Love is mutual
• Respect is mutual
• Effort is mutual

You need them.
They need you.
Both matter.

So today, take a moment.
Think of one relationship that matters to you.
And do the simplest, most powerful thing:

Reach out.
Express.
Reconnect.

Let’s own our relationships—before we lose what we cannot replace.