A
 very important principle of relationships is that you cannot change 
another person; you can only transform yourself.  You cannot force 
people to act in certain ways.  Punishing, withdrawing, or trying to 
make people do what you want only strengthens their resistance.  It 
turns your power over to others, making them the source of meeting your 
needs rather than yourself.  You cannot make people change; however you 
can modify your reaction to their behavior.  You can awaken your heart 
centers and shift your perceptions, beliefs, and thoughts.  You can 
release needing others to alter their behavior, and love and accept them
 instead.
Soul Love