Everyone talks about the cheating, and the lying, but there are a number of relationship mistakes no one warns you about. These can erode your relationship gradually and you’d not even know about it! Here’s a reminder of a few things to keep in mind if you’re currently dating or looking out for a potential partner.
a) Giving up your own individual identity
Your partner is an important part of your life, you are the whole part of your life– samjhe? Basically, a relationship should not become the entirety of your existence. Make sure you have your friends, your hobbies and your career sorted while enjoying companionship. Sure, their friends, their hobbies and their career is important and you should participate in your partner’s life. But that should not become the centre of your life.
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b) Sacrifices are good, only when you’re comfortable with them
We’re made to believe that sacrifice is a form of love–well, it’s not. Only if you’re alright with giving something up, should you consider it. Plus, you may end up holding a grudge against your partner for expecting such a big sacrifice from you.
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c) Friends are important
Keeping your friendships alive while dating someone is an important factor. Without the people who know you best, seeking advice or generally venting becomes extremely difficult–both of which have their own therapeutic value.
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d) Keep the phone down
Our phones know us better than any boyfriend could ever. It’s time to change that, slightly. This rule applies to everyone whilst they’re alone, as well as with their partner. Having Instagram and Facebook open all the time can be damaging to you, solely because you end up comparing ourselves to others who are not even in the same life situation. This unintentionally creates pressure and unfair expectations, both of which are bad in the long-term.
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