Relations

How can I have a good relationship?

Connecting with someone emotionally, emotionally and physically can be great. But you have to do a lot of work to build a good relationship.

What are the bases of a good relationship?

No relationship is perfect all the time. But in a healthy relationship, both people feel satisfied most of the time. For a good relationship, it takes more than attraction, work is required and both are willing to make the effort. Here are some tips to build a healthy relationship:

• Quierete (Translated from French to: Love you). Being comfortable with yourself makes you happier with a partner.
• Contact. Talk to your partner about your feelings. Ask questions and listen to the answers. If you feel upset, say so. Don't make your partner guess what happens to you. Talking about problems creates trust and strengthens the relationship. And it's not all about how to deal with problems, don't forget to tell your partner when he does something that makes you happy.
• Be honest. Be honest about what they do, think and feel. Honesty builds trust. Few things hurt the relationship as much as lies.
• Allow yourself to have some space. The couple's time is great, but being all the time together is not. It's good that everyone has their own friends and interests outside the relationship.
• Accept that you disagree. They will not always see things the same way, and that's fine. The important thing is to respect the opinions and ideas of the other.
• Forgive and ask for forgiveness. We all make mistakes. You must be willing to apologize for your faults and accept your partner's apologies.
• Support yourself. When your partner does something great, tell him. Your partner should do the same for you.

How do I know if my relationship healthy?

Assessing sporadically if you feel good about your relationship is a good practice. The questionnaire below focuses on sexual and sentimental relationships, but can also be applied to other types of relationships. After answering the questionnaire, it might be useful to answer it again from your partner's perspective.

• Does your partner listen and respect your ideas?
• Does your partner give you space to spend some time with your friends and family?
• Do you feel comfortable telling your partner when he does something that bothers you?
• Do you feel comfortable when you share your thoughts and feelings?
• Does your partner strive to get along with your friends and family?
• Is your partner proud of your achievements and your successes?
• Does your partner respect you when they think differently?
• Can you talk to your partner about contraceptive methods or safer sex?

Relationship tips can be complicated, but if the answer to all these questions was "yes," the relationship you have is very likely to be healthy. If your answer to two or more questions was "no," you could be in a sick relationship.

How can I improve my relationship?

Maintaining your relationship in good shape is definitely not an easy task. Talk to your partner about what you think could be better. Be clear about what bothers you and be respectful.

Good communication is an important tool for solving problems. If you have trouble solving things for yourself, consider seeking help from a person external to the couple. Sometimes, talking with a counselor or therapist can help couples solve their problems and improve their relationship.