How to build a healthy relationship with your guy
#15 Be aware of outside influences.
It is important to be aware of outside influences on your relationship. Your family, friends and job, as well as his family, friends and job all impact your relationship. Keep these things in mind and be open with each other about what they mean for the two of you.
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Be aware of outside influences.
It is important to be aware of outside influences on your relationship. Your family, friends and job, as well as his family, friends and job all impact your relationship. Keep these things in mind and be open with each other about what they mean for the two of you.
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Fight Fair
When disagreements do arise, avoid the temptation to resort to name-calling, insults, and bringing up the past. None of these things will improve the outcome of the argument, and will do much harm to the relationship.
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Take time to listen.
While you might like to think that he's always on the same page as you, there are times when that's not the case. Take the time to really listen to what it is that he wants out of the relationship.
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Expect changes.
Outside forces, such as changes in jobs, can impact your relationship. It is impossible to avoid these changes, so it is important to recognize that they are bound to happen and be ready for them.
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Explore common interests.
Take time to explore your common interests. This makes it easy to find things that you enjoy doing together.
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Build a solid foundation.
All healthy relationships are build on a solid foundation of trust and respect. These things take time to build, but should be a main focus from the very beginning.
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Give him some space.
As much as he loves spending time with you, sometimes he still needs some time to do things without you. Respect this need for space and don't insist on spending every minute together.
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Take time for yourself.
Just because you're in a relationship doesn't mean that you should neglect spending time doing things that you enjoy doing. Make time for your girl friends and activities that you enjoy.
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Be realistic.
"Happily ever after" isn't a destination, it's a mindset. It doesn't mean that everything in your relationship will be perfect, or that you will always agree on everything; it means that, no matter where life takes you together, you work to be happy in the relationship.
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Be willing to compromise.
The two of you aren't going to agree on everything all the time. Being willing to bend a little will help keep small problems from becoming big ones.
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Know what you want.
Take some time to figure out what you want in your relationship? What are your expectations? What matters most to you? Understanding yourself is an important part of building a strong relationship.
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Don't rush things.
Strong relationships take time to build. Don't expect overnight success, but rather take the time to get to know each other and build a solid base for your relationship.
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Overlook his flaws
No one is perfect, not even your guy. It's not fair to expect him to be perfect. Remember to focus on the positive things about him, while overlooking the little things that annoy you.
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Admit your own flaws
It is easy to be quick to judge him for his flaws, but keep in mind that you have traits and habits that drive him crazy as well. Be aware that, as much as you'd like to be, you're not always perfect either.
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Don't give up!
Even the best relationships need a little TLC to keep them strong. When things get a little tough, don't give up!
