Relationships are tricky. And there
are no shortage of unhealthy ones out there. Check out the cover of any gossip
magazine if you want proof of that. All
relationships, however, are filled with ups, downs, and in-betweens. So how do
you know you’re in a healthy relationship? Find out here.
1. You give each other personal space.
Healthy couples naturally spend a
lot of time together. But they also recognize the importance of doing things
separately. Personal space is important in any relationship. We all need time
to explore, reflect, and express ourselves individually.
2. You trust each other.
Great relationships are built on
a foundation of trust. Think about a bad relationship you or a friend has
been in. Chances are, there were trust issues. Trusting your partner is vital,
and it takes time to build. And this just happen to coincide with our next sign
you’re in a healthy relationship:
3. You don’t rush milestones.
Couples in healthy relationships
recognize that the best things in life are worth waiting for. That’s why they
don’t rush important life milestones. They savor every moment of building a
life together and take the time to celebrate the important occasions in life.
4. You can talk about anything.
Healthy couples tell each other
everything. Speaking your mind can be incredibly difficult at times, but people
in healthy relationships don’t hold back–even when the truth hurts.
5. You inspire each other to be
better.
Healthy relationships are also built
on mutual motivation and inspiration. Your partner should inspire you
to be your best self, to face difficult challenges, and to change the
world. Those in unhealthy relationships are content with mediocrity.
6. You appreciate the little things.
Life’s most beautiful moments often
sneak up on us and catch us off-guard. Healthy couples recognize and appreciate
these moments when they occur. They know the small, seemingly
insignificant moments are what makes life worth sharing.
7. You accept each other for who you
are.
People in healthy relationships
accept each other, flaws and all. This doesn’t mean you should encourage your
significant other to accept mediocrity. It does, however, mean you should
accept who your partner chooses to be. Remember, there are cracks in
everything, but that’s how the light gets in.
8. You hold each other up during
tough times.
Life will throw you lemons every now
and then. It’s inevitable. A tell-tale sign of a healthy relationship is how
you support each other during these trying times. Don’t be afraid to cry
together and experience pain and suffering. Tragic events often take our breath
away and make us feel like the world around us is caving in. But the fact that
you’re still here means you have a 100 percent success rate with overcoming
tough times
9. You’re able to let go of the past.
People in healthy relationships know
that failure and mistakes are nothing but pathways to attainment.
They don’t let past stumbles dictate their current relationship. We can be
hurtful creatures at times. But as long as we use these moments to grow and
learn, our relationships can become stronger. This leads into our final sign
you’re in a healthy relationship:
10. Your relationship has gotten
stronger over time.
The ultimate sign of a relationship
that’s sustainable for the long-term is that it slowly builds, developing
deeper roots with each passing year. There are lots of things that help make
this happen (see above). I think most importantly, people in healthy
relationships take the time to say (and mean) the following words often:
1. I love you.
2. Thank you.
3. I’m sorry
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