Being happy together requires effort, and this relationship guide is designed to let you in on some secrets of successful relationships. We hear so frequently about partnerships that fail, it can seem impossible to stay together and keep each other happy. Will, it’s not impossible, it just takes a little bit of skill and attention.
Relationship Guide Tip #1: You First
You need to take care of yourself first, before you can develop a healthy relationship. If your personal life is a mess, chances are any relationships that grow out of that chaos will be pretty messy too. Work out your own kinks first, and once you’re feeling good about you, then consider partnering up and moving on.
Relationship Guide Tip #2: Know What You Want
If you don’t know what you want, you won’t know when you find it. Get to know yourself (see Tip #1), learn the things you need to be happy, and don’t settle for anything less.
Relationship Guide Tip #3: Honesty is the Best Policy
Dishonesty is the quickest way to kill a relationship. Both parties should agree from the outset to be honest with one another at all times.
Relationship Guide Tip #4: Be Realistic
Always maintain realistic expectations. Relationships are complex and rarely like the fluff you see in romance movies. Stick to the real-life circumstances that you and your partner dwell in, and don’t set relationship goals that cannot realistically be achieved.
Relationship Guide Tip #5: Communicate Openly
Good relationships are based on solid and open communication between both parties. Don’t assume what your partner is feeling. Ask and listen to their answer. By the same token, don’t assume that they know how you feel either. Speak up and keep the lines of communication open.
Relationship Guide Tip #6: Accept Them for Who They Are
If you are constantly trying to change your partner, then you are with the wrong person. The key to success in a relationship is to accept one another without judgment.
Relationship Guide Tip #7: Learn How to Compromise
Contrary to what you may believe, you are not always right. No one is. All successful relationships require compromise from time to time, and it should be done equally. It is unfair to always expect the same person to make a change to accommodate the other. Compromise must be equally practiced on a regular basis.
Relationship Guide Tip #8: Trust in Each Other
The foundation of a healthy relationship is built on trust. This can take some effort, but with time, honesty and clear communication a solid base of trust can be established and it will uphold any relationship through any storms that may arise.
Relationship Guide Tip #9: Mutual Respect
Respect is vital to any relationship. You cannot expect to make your partner happy if you don’t treat them with respect, and you cannot expect to be happy if your partner does not treat you with respect. It’s that simple.
Relationship Guide Tip #10: Appreciation
Don’t take the good times for granted. Always be appreciative of your partner and do your best to show how grateful you are for the relationship you share.
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