Adult relationships usually are just the continuation of those from youth but others are for adult convience, advancement in life, fun times, stability and many other reasons.  Some take and some are the taken advantage of. Have you ever reviewed the adult relationships in your life for their purpose and quality?  Each can add color and growth to your life as well as distruction. As with each relationship of life, we drag along expectations, definitions, assumptions, and our background, which colors our views and perspectives of each element of a relationship. Taking the time to do quality listening and communication are critical for today's fast moving and self-centered culture.