1 Be sexually considerate
Be affectionate (sometimes a
lingering kiss or a warm hug are just as important). Accept that
individuals have different sex drives and to sustain a healthy and happy
sex life requires negotiation. A reduction in a couple’s physical
connection is often a warning sign of problems in a relationship.
2. Forgiveness
Couples
who can’t make up will break up. As simple as this sounds, without
forgiveness in a relationship, old hurts often resurface and neither
person is truly able to let go of the past.
3. Communication
Couples
need to learn how to talk through both easy and challenging issues.
Disagreements are a part of every relationship. To get through them,
partners have to learn to respect their different ways of communicating
and “walk in their partner’s shoes.” This means learning how to
communicate love in a way that your partner hears and feels it.
4. Revive date-night.
Going
on dates, even if you’ve been in a relationship for years, is still
important. In fact, it’s especially important for couples who have been
together long enough to grow comfortable. Try to go on a date at least
once every month. Some couples make it a priority to go on one date
every week.
5. Honesty
Honesty is one of the most basic
of all elements to any healthy relationship. A deep and loving honesty
between two people says, “No matter what happens, you will always know
the true me.” This feeling allows couples to open up and be the best
they can be with each other.
