Last Updated on May 2, 2020
What this means is that you should make clear what you want. When it comes to house chores, the best thing to do is to have a board and make a plan of the week, with all chores distributed so that you don’t have to repeat yourself constantly.
And when it comes to personal feelings, if you need that cuddle or a long hug, simply say that! And no, you don’t have to explain why you need that hug, simply say, “I need a hug, and I don’t want to talk about it.” Your partner will understand and will give you that hug, no questions asked.
3. Expressing how you feel
It’s normal to have feelings, negative emotions will always come around, sooner or later.
When you’re feeling some type of way about your relationship, doubts, fear, anger, sadness, the best thing to do is to talk about those feelings with your partner.
In an equal relationship, sharing feelings should be mutual; both people should speak and listen.
And if you have an understanding partner who truly loves you, they’ll still love you even if you express how doubtful you are that your relationship will last or how scared you feel about moving in together.
Living is feeling, and having such emotions just means you care about the relationship you’re in.
4. Telling your partner they’re wrong
Let’s start by acknowledging that relationship arguments are healthy, normal, and bound to happen in any relationship.
You might not be the argumentative type and prefer to shut up and take the blame for every single fight. Know that this is not how you create a successful relationship.
When you’re letting your partner win all the arguments, even though they weren’t right, you’ll be creating a toxic person. They will always blame you for everything because they’ll know you won’t do anything about it, which can turn into an abusive relationship real quick.
Being in a relationship means growing up together, we’re constantly learning from and with our partner, and that’s a beautiful thing. So even if you love your partner to death, being able to tell them the truth, even if they get mad, will only help them grow and see the big picture instead of their side only.
