relationship rules every married couple must practice

whether you are just entering a relationship or have been in one for some time, rules help you take it to the next level. Follow the below rules and see the magic work: 1. LOVE WITH NO CONDITION Love cannot have conditions. It becomes all too materialistic when “only ifs” seep into your relationship. You cannot have conditions like you can only love if your partner earns more than you, if he buys you gifts every month, if she looks beautiful always. Love your partner as your parents love you unconditional. 2. YOUR RELATIONSHIP IS YOUR PRIORITY Make your relationship your topmost priority. Invest time and effort in your relationship and constantly strive to make it better. 3. KEEP YOUR COMMUNICATION CHANNEL ALWAYS OPEN Without communication, you can drift apart in your relationship. Let your communication be open and honest. No matter how busy or tired you are, don’t let that block your communication. 4. HUG AS OFTEN AS YOU CAN Include it in your daily routine and make your hugs last longer. Hugging increases the oxytocin (the love hormone) levels and reduces cortisol ( the stress hormone) 5. HAVE SEX GENEROUSLY Don’t schedule sex, let it be impromptu. That’s when it becomes exciting and the intimacy between you grows. Don’t let any excuses come in your way when it comes to having sex. 6. SPEND QUALITY TIME TOGETHER You need not necessarily go on a date night. You may also have a romantic dinner at home, just sit in the garden or balcony and rewind your memories or watch your favorite TV program together. The idea is to take a break from your busy schedules to stay close. 7. BE HONEST AND TRUTHFUL TO BUILD TRUST Trust develop on honesty and truthfulness. Occasional minor and harmless lies are permitted to keep your partner happy but cheating and lack of fidelity have no place in a relationship. Learn your partner’s love language. Whether it is spending quality time together, physical intimacy, or words of affirmation, understanding what they enjoy the most will strengthen your bond. 8. CRITICIZE BUT DON'T HURT If you want to criticize your partner to make them better, then the criticism should be constructive and positive. Help your partner understand the intention behind the criticism. 9. STAND BY EACH OTHER We hope tough times do not touch your lives, but it’s during these times you have to stand by your partner and prove your unflinching love for each other. That’s when your relationship strengthens. 10. APPRECIATE THE GOOD THINGS IN YOUR PARTNER No matter how simple or routine the task may be, appreciate your partner and thank them for everything. It shows that you respect and value them, both of which are important for a long lasting relationship. 11. CELEBRATE THE SPECIAL DAYS Do not forget the important days in your relationship – the day you first met each other, your first date, the day your partnerproposed to you, and of course your birthdays and wedding anniversary. Celebrate your togetherness and create cherishable memories. 12. UNDERSTAND AND EMPATHIZE WITHYOUR PARTNER If your partner is having a bad temper on a day and shouts at you, show empathy, and control the temptation to answer them back in the same tone. They might have had a tough day at work or be feeling stressed. Understand their perspective, empathize with them, and when the time is apt, find out. what is bothering them. 13. FORGIVE AND FORGET Mistakes do happen. If your partner hurts you, forgive him/her and forget about it. Forgiveness will encourage them to do thesame when you make a mistake. Please note: Whenever there’s a fight, remember it’s “you two” against the issue. Not you and your partner. 14. KEEP YOUR.PROMISES That makes you trustworthy, reliable and increases your credibility 15. DO THE BEST AND BE THE BEST YOU CAN. All of us are vulnerable to criticism and fear the fear of doing something wrong and being criticized for it. Give your best to your relationship irrespective of your partner’s reaction. It is only so much you can do; the way your partner reacts to it is not in your control.