Do you sometimes feel as though you are the only one giving in relationships, be they romantic, familial or collegial? The one-sidedness is an identifiable feeling.
Everyone likes to see their efforts and sacrifices acknowledged. No one likes to feel like what they do doesn't count; reciprocity is necessary.
Reciprocity provides the balance necessary in relationships and prevents feelings of being shortchanged. It builds trust, binds people together and provides communication channels - when we reciprocate each other by giving gifts, for example, there's actually something to talk about. Many would agree that reciprocity resolves conflicts.
A healthy exchange of hearts and minds develops us in many ways. Enjoy these free verses.
Exchange
Of hearts
And minds
Two equals
One
Exchange
Of hearts
One hand
Over each
In sync
Exchange
Of hearts
Joins two
Exchanging
Hearts
No
Cracks.
About the Creator
Michelle Liew
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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Comments (4)
I love this poem Michelle! In the past I have had those who only co tacked me FOR something - how to, or where, or what - but didn’t respond to mails or texts or give reciprocity- and I let them fade from my life.
Amazing poem! Reciprocity is so important.
So true! There must always be give and take. Loved your poem!
Reciprocity should be practiced in every relationship, but unfortunately it isn't , so this is mine to you for all the support you give me