Ever wondered how people have lasting relationships? The secret lies in cultivating habits of healthy relationships, which foster trust, respect, and open communication between partners.
But, I mean, what does it take to be an endgame? Perhaps unconditional love? Certainly. However, when it comes to strong and lasting relationships, you know that simply having feelings for each other isn’t enough. You have to do more, you have to be more.
So, how do you do that? How do you make it work such that you feel blessed every day to be in a place, in a relationship such as this? The answer is simple, you do not have to give up. Discover the secret to a thriving connection by embracing these 10 habits of healthy relationships that will help you forge an unbreakable bond with your partner.
10 Habits of Healthy Relationships
Understanding Your Partner
When you have an understanding partner, you have everything. But instead of always expecting to be understood, why not be the understanding one? A toxic relationship can stem from not being understanding or helpful when the other person is going through something, or maybe having a hard time in another area of life. For a successful long-term relationship, it’s best to understand where the other person is coming from and what challenges they face.
It’s not easy yet the ideal way to do it is, to step in your partner’s shoes. In other words, switch sides, and imagine how they feel. Be more placid, and cut each other some slack when you have to instead of going feisty in certain situations. Imagine how your partner feels when you don’t agree or don’t spend quality time together because you are mad at them for something out of their control.
Spend Some Spare Time Together
In other words, even when you do not have time, you have to create moments when you can be with your partner, even if it is just for a few minutes. But this is when you have to be all in.
For instance, if you have busy days at work, you can ask your partner to drop you to work and converse with them on the way. I can tell you first hand, sometimes the only time Steve and I get is 30 minutes before bed to connect. With kids, family, businesses, and travel, it all adds up. For us to maintain a healthy relationship, we make sure we get even a little amount of time to check in with each other and make sure we are feeling good before sleeping for the night.
Compliment each other from time to time.
Compliments are not just about pleasing each other. It’s about acknowledging each other’s hard work and qualities. Don’t think that all people want is an exciting sex life, happy couples pay each other compliments all the time because they truly love the other person and want to instill healthy habits throughout their relationship.
That being said when you do that, it provides a sense of satisfaction to your partner that you are not ignorant. Besides that, as human beings, we all need assurance. There’s no reason for it, it just feels nice. Don’t assume your partner doesn’t want a compliment or to be told they are doing nice things, it goes noticed when you don’t.
Practice Open And Honest Communication
Communication is a two-way street and the backbone of any relationship. If it’s absent, just know you are hanging by the thread. I’m certain this is the last thing you want.
I can tell you from experience, a happy marriage is more fun than an unhappy one. I grew up in a house where the marriage was full of grudges and zero talking about things until one blew up on the other. It’s more important to spend the time to talk it out and go about the day instead of being mad.
Therefore, talk about things that concern you. Do not let them shape into grudges and prejudices.
Have healthier fights
Fights are inevitable. You do not have to be afraid of them, but you just have to ensure they don’t go ugly. In other words, even when you are fighting, be respectable. Do not throw mortifying remarks at your partner. Draw your peripheries and stay in them. Relationships and marriage are going to have their ups and downs, as well as important relationships in your life. It’s about getting through the fight and not saying hurtful things that will help you resolve it quicker and easier.
Give space
You do not need a perfect relationship, you need a strong and sustainable one. For that, you need to allow your partner adequate space whenever necessary to make them feel comfortable, not suffocated. By respecting each other’s individuality and personal boundaries, you’ll create an environment where both partners can grow and thrive together. Adopting this, arguably one of the most crucial habits of healthy relationships, will further strengthen your connection and ensure long-lasting happiness.
Not letting your ego come in the way
It is imperative to differentiate between the two terms ego and respect. They seem homogenous, but they are not. The former is induced by jealousy and insecurities, while the latter is by confidence and self-worth.
That being said, you do not have to let your ego come in the way of your relationship because it will only damage your bond beyond repair.
Flirt all the time
You do not have to let your relationship get affected by the signs of time. Much to your surprise, the ideal way to do that is flirting. Flirting with your partner can make you feel that what you have with your partner is new and young. Consequently, it won’t feel boring, but more interesting than ever.
Laugh and be stupid together
Trust me maturity can be quite overrated at times, especially when it can make you boring. Therefore, act like a child, and do crazy stupid things with your partner if it can make you two laugh all day.
How to Have a Healthy Relationship After a Toxic One
In the pursuit of a healthy relationship after experiencing a toxic one, it’s crucial to emphasize open communication, empathize with your partner’s points of view, and engage in affirmative body language. To foster trust and reduce stress do things like maintain eye contact while talking, or try to hold hands when they’re feeling down. By establishing boundaries and addressing expectations, you’ll be closer to making your relationship stronger than ever!
That’s it for the day. I hope this article helps you keep the spark alive in your relationship more than ever. And if you are in a relationship in which you have tried all these things and still can’t seem to make it work, it’s probably best for everyone to get out as soon as possible. You deserve to be happy and healthy, your mental health and wellbeing are far more important than being unhappy. Embracing habits of healthy relationships can make a significant difference in your life. We’re here to help each other so feel free to reach out if you need support.
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