Basic Rights in a Relationship

From The Verbally Abusive Relationship by Patricia Evans 


The right to live free from accusation and blame

The right to live free of criticism and judgments

The right to have your work and interests spoken of with respect

The right to expect encouragement

The right to live free from emotional and physical threats

The right to live free from angry outbursts and rage

The right to not be called by any name that devalues you

The right to receive good will

The right to receive emotional support

The right to be heard by your mate and responded to with courtesy

The right to have your own viewpoint, even if your mate has another viewpoint

The right to have your feelings and experiences acknowledged as real

The right to receive a sincere apology for jokes you find offensive

The right to be respectfully asked, not to be ordered

The right to clear and informative answers to questions that concern what is legitimately your business