1. Master the art of laughing together- The most effective advice to make any relationship work is to keep the component of humour alive. Look for those mutual interests that excite both of you and explore them together. If you learn to laugh together, and laugh at past arguments, you can conquer just about anything that comes your way
2. Create new together interests - You both have individual interests of course, but now look for interests that you both could share. Join a jive class together; take swimming or riding lessons -- small things which can help keep the element of intimacy forever intact, thus strengthening your bond!
3. Accept your partner's flaws- There might be facets of your partner's personality which will come to the fore post marriage. Rather than turning bitter, learn to accept your partner with all his/her little quirks. Remember the adage of sticking by each other through thick and thin, especially when the going gets tough. Respect your partner for who he/she really is, instead of trying to change facets that bother you.
4. Keep the romance alive- Plan trips together, go scuba diving, surprise each other with gifts and fancy evenings occasionally. It's important to continue dating each other even after the dating phase is officially over. Mysterious little notes, flowers, a candle-light dinner -- be creative and fun with those little surprises that you plan out for each othe
5. Give each other space- Remember that your individual interests and hobbies are an integral part of what defines you. Make some time exclusively for yourself from time to time and give your partner the space to do the same. It may be a creative outlet or a weekend getaway with your best pals or a girlie or all-men evening out -- do not give up those little individual pursuits that make you who you are. Also keep to the same rule where each other's family is concerned. Give each other time and space with family too!
6. Address issues straight up- Whether you hear him talking to an ex on the phone or see something on her Facebook profile that disturbs you, or you did not like the way he spoke about your Mom, talking it out is always wiser than brooding over things for an eternity! The more you avoid talking out issues, the more they'll build up and in the long run, that might just prove to be toxic for your relationship. Don't let the small things bother you by talking it out and staying calm while you're at it!
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Avoid communication gap,do not deprive yourself of fun and no secrets
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