10 Signs of a healthy relationship.

[animefan94]

This is written by someone who has never been in a relationship before. So how do I know? This is simply what I’ve learned from observing the tv and movies I like, or the articles I read. Or the people I know. Yes fiction is fiction. But often I find it has very relatable lessons to our real world. It often helps us see our relationships in a new and better way.

1. You can laugh together

2. You are each other’s confidants. You can talk about anything, and you give each other comfort

3. You love to experience new adventures together. The outdoors, concerts, restaurants

4. You forgive each other. Either from your sexual history, or disagreements in the relationship

5. You have a healthy sex life

6. If you hear gossip from someone about your partner, you don’t accuse. Instead, you communicate with him or her instead of jumping to conclusions

7. You respect and trust, rather than control, your partner

8. If you fight, it’s ok! deep breath. You can work it out and it doesn’t necessarily mean the end. All relationships have their flaws. Don’t give up because your partner is moody. Be patient. They’ll come around.

9. You don’t let your different views get in the way of the relationship. Instead, you see what you have in common

10. You’re happy for your partner when he or she accomplishes a goal

[Lettercutter]

This year we will celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary, and I can attest to the truth of these things. For someone who "has never been in a relationship before," you sure have put together a very good list of principles here. Nice job! 😀

[animefan94 in reply to Lettercutter]

Congrats on 38 years 🙂

[Roxylox]

Luckily for me, all the above are features of my relationship with my husband. Best relationship of my life, almost fully understand each other, no big secrets. Suppose its true you can find that outside of the movies.

Work wise and socially things not so good though.but I suppose even one outta three ain't bad.

[Roxylox]

Like Lettercutter, l'd also like to congratulate you on your skills in putting this great list together

[Catsamaze ADAA Volunteer]

What a great list! But you don’t have to have all of those things at the same time. You almost never will. But as long as they are all part of the relationship at one time or another you’ve got something really special going on….