Relationships Part-2

Foundation

A successful relationship is built on a solid foundation of trust, honesty, respect, and loyalty. Both partners should be willing to communicate openly and accept each other for who they are. An essential element in any relationship is commitment, appreciation, and sacrifice, all of which will help create a deeper bond between both parties.

Maintaining a healthy relationship is similar to a two-way street – both parties must give and take for it to be successful over time. It takes effort upfront as each party gets to know the other; however, once this stage passes, the relationship becomes natural and effortless. Couples need to be more than casual acquaintances to foster a meaningful partnership. A strong connection built on trust, understanding, and support is key to lasting a relationship. Research has even shown that the happiest couples consider each other “best friends.” They share their interests, rely on one another for help and advice, and truly listen when it matters most. Value and cherish each other’s presence and make the most of your time together.

To ensure successful & lasting relationships, just like your car requires fuel, servicing, and maintenance – so too do relationships. Like the car, we need to put in the effort to keep things going and give our relationships the ‘fuel’ they need. By keeping up with regular maintenance and servicing, you can help ensure that your vehicle performs well and lasts for many years. This also helps to strengthen your relationship with the car in the long run. To develop a lasting connection, couples must prioritize their relationship and make the necessary efforts. The more time spent together, the better – it can become even more filled with enjoyment and exciting anticipation. Quality time can take many forms, like going on an adventure, watching a movie at the theatre, or simply having an engaging conversation while staying in. Spending time like this is something you look forward to and enjoy.

Think about it the other way around. What would life look like if there is constant lying, cheating, disrespect, excessive jealousy, and putting the other one down by constantly criticizing them…what would life look like? Hell, right ?? why would you do this to yourself and your partner …you deserve to be happy; your partner deserves to be equally happy. Treat the other as you like to be treated, which applies to all types of relationships.

Expecting a trouble-free relationship is unrealistic; disagreements and life hardships will happen. Accepting this fact and understanding that it’s a part of life is essential. Both partners must acknowledge this and prepare for the good, bad, and annoying times. Poor communication is the primary source of any relationship issues & challenges. Therefore, I’ve taken the initiative to devote an entire article to this issue & explore possible solutions. Couples face other difficulties: money problems, sex life issues, children-related concerns, occupation pressures, trustworthiness/respect deficiencies, and lack of loyalty.

Many couples have disagreements that often escalate and can involve both sides raising their voices. Each partner usually supports their perspective and wants to get the upper hand in the conversation. This can be due to a sense of pride or ego playing a role. If you prioritize yourself, not considering your partner’s feelings and requirements, then it is essential to halt this one-sided conversation. Instead, both of your opinions and needs should be taken into consideration for a healthy relationship.

Such arguments are only proving to be unproductive and need to come to an end. Listening and understanding the other person’s opinion while letting go of any selfishness or ego is key to reaching a compromise that both parties can agree on. If effective conversations are challenging, consider getting a third party to assist. They can help ensure productive dialogue and that all parties are on the same page.

As a couple, taking ownership of your part in any issue is crucial. Being open and honest with each other about your feelings and proposing viable solutions can be vital in overcoming any challenge. It is equally important to stick to the solutions you have come up with. The first step to any successful resolution is recognizing and acknowledging the problem.

Remember this: you are not competing …you are completing one another, and you need to make the relationship work, so let go of your ego.

It’s not about who is wrong or correct; it’s about making things right.

Here are a few more tips that can help in couples’ relationships:

Talk to someone professional who can help
Take your partner on a date
Share new hobby or interest
Say thank you and please
Smile at each other
Listen to one another
Surprise each other now and then
Consider the other’ s feeling and opinion
Communicate: don’t expect your partner to read your mind or know how you feel
Say “love you” before hanging on the phone, before sleeping, before leaving the house…seek any opportunity to say “love you” …love is a powerful energetic word
How is your sex life? Be open about it …speak about it together …be creative in your sex life