Being in love is one of the best feelings in the world. Romantic dates, exchange of vows followed by a beautiful ever after—almost everyone longs for a relationship of lasting togetherness. Strangely, when a relationship does knock on the door, demanding commitment, loyalty, and hard work, many look the other way. For a relationship to work and thrive, it requires effort. When two people with different ideas, personalities, and emotions come together, they are bound to have differences of opinion, and if they are not equipped to handle these differences, the relationship can turn sour. This is where relationship resolutions come to the rescue.
Relationship resolutions help people decode their individual dynamics and embrace the idea of togetherness and partnership with relative ease. They allow couples to evaluate the areas within their relationships that could benefit from a fresh approach. When you set aside time to do regular check-ins with your partner, it helps you find proactive solutions. You see the difference between where you’ve been and where you might have been.
When couples work on their relationships, they feel happier and tend to stay together for a longer period. A Harvard study found that people with strong inter-personal relationships are happier, physically healthier, and live longer than those who are less connected.
So, whether you’ve just gotten together or planning your 15th year anniversary, it’s never too early, or too late, to give your relationship a new lease of life. Here are seven positive relationship resolutions that can help rejuvenate your bond with your partner.
Don’t take each other for granted
It’s not enough to just tell your partner you love them. Sometimes, it takes more than just words to make your better half feel appreciated. Taking your partner for granted can lead to a downslide in your relationship. On the other hand, putting in efforts to express gratitude not only leads to happiness, but also lets your partner know how much you care about them. The more you appreciate your partner for the things they do for you, the more likely you are to lose sight of smaller issues.
A few ways you can make your significant other feel appreciated and loved are through small gestures like paying compliments, leaving notes around the house, stocking their favourite snacks, taking them out on surprise dates, and sharing their workload.
Listen more, talk less
Communication is important for any relationship to thrive. But communication is not just about talking, it is also about listening, and allowing your partner to express their thoughts and emotions without interruptions. Whether you are resolving a conflict or extending support to your partner, good listening skills can go a long way in understanding each other better. When you become an active listener, it lets you understand the point of view of your partner, and at the same time, allows them to speak more openly and honestly. So, the next time you and your partner get into an argument, make a relationship resolution to listen more, talk less.
Relationship resolutions help couples evaluate their relationships, identify areas that need improvement, and find proactive solutions to strengthen their bond.
Expressing gratitude to your partner can make them feel appreciated and loved, leading to increased happiness and a stronger connection.
Active listening allows partners to understand each other better and communicate more effectively.
Taking a break from social media allows couples to focus on each other, spend quality time together, and strengthen their connection without distractions.
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