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120 brilliantpositivepsychology 8 Celebration Celebrating and sharing good things are a very important aspect of positive relationships. Sharing good things can be done well and encourage trust and intimacy. We all know how good it feels when someone says `Well done', but it can feel even better when the `Well done' is well done! Being positive and supportive involves responding to good news in a genuine constructive reaction that actively acknowledges the other and celebrates the event with them. Psychologist Shelly Gable has shown that this is vital to the health and well- being of all relationships but particularly builds intimacy and trust. 104 brilliant dos and don'ts