What's the secret to a happy and long-lasting relationship? We share telltale signs + deal breakers
Every couple has its ups and downs, but healthy relationships have a few things in common. The big question: How do you identify deal breakers and keep your relationship happy? Here are some important elements to build a foundation for long-lasting love: good communication and creating a safe atmosphere within your relationship.
What does a happy relationship look like?
Honest communication is everything. Some people have different communication styles, which can be challenging if you don’t know where they’re coming from. Identifying and removing barriers before conflicts arise will keep communication flowing.
Making sure your partner feels comfortable in the relationship is also essential. People who don’t feel safe around each other are less likely to open up and let themselves be vulnerable, which prevents them from connecting on a deeper, more intimate level.
However, even though we tend to enter relationships with rose-coloured glasses, they don’t always work out. According to a 2022 study from Simon Fraser University, the top 3 dealbreakers in relationships include infidelity, failure to meet relationship needs, and abuse or aggression.
Want to make sure your relationship is happy, healthy, and lasts forever? Focus on these core areas.
The recipe to a happy relationship
1. A pinch of quality time
Keeping things fresh is key to maintaining a long-term relationship. One of the best ways to do that? Spend time together. The more frequent your dates – which can range from simple to exciting – the stronger your relationship. Fitness workouts, couples therapy and one-on-one time have all been shown to increase happiness levels in couples. Be sure to make time for each other at least a few times a week to talk, cook, dine at a restaurant, or just hang out together. Read More…
