There are plenty of signs that indicate that a relationship won’t last, but the opposite isn’t as easy to identify. If you know how to spot certain qualities and attitudes early on, however, it can help you find out if the relationship will be worth your time and effort (and keep you from getting your heart broken). Here are eight early signs that you’re in a relationship that will last long term.
1) Mutual admiration
The best relationships begin with two people who admire each other. If you can find someone you can respect, it’s easier to find happiness in your relationship. When you respect your partner, you won’t look down on them or take their support for granted. The more you respect each other, like everything else in your relationship, the stronger it will become.
2) An equal partner
Some people do seem to be equal partners in your relationship. If you can feel like you’re part of a team with your significant other, that’s usually a good sign. Sometimes, one person will work harder than another—but it’s good to know that when times get tough, both partners will help out however they can.
3) Time and effort
If you’re dating someone seriously, they’re worth investing time and effort into. Take your relationship seriously. All too often, we can take our relationships for granted and lose sight of why we committed to them in the first place. Keep taking each other on dates and don’t let your reasons for together slip away—focus on what it is that drew you to each other in the first place and give yourselves reasons to stay there. This will ensure your relationship lasts long-term!
4) Similar values
According to Robert Epstein, psychologist and author of Good Relationships Don't Just Happen, you can tell if you and your partner share similar values by seeing how you act when something goes wrong. If your partner does something that annoys or offends you, do you treat them differently than before? If so, then you don't have similar values.
5) A strong connection
Make sure you are in a relationship where you can connect with your partner on an emotional level. If they bring joy to your life and share common values, there is a good chance that your relationship will last. Building strong bonds between each other is vital for long-term relationships.
6) Shared experiences
Having fun with your partner is an excellent indicator of compatibility. Look for ways to encourage experiences that you both enjoy, even if one of you happens to be more athletic than the other. And don’t feel like it has to cost money—even something as simple as playing catch in a park or feeding ducks at a pond can help foster intimacy and trust. If you have great experiences together, odds are high that your relationship will stand strong for years to come.
7) Uncontrollable chemistry
Chemistry can make or break any relationship. When your chemistry with someone else is off-the-charts, it’s hard to imagine life without them. And yet, that’s what you’ll need to do when you don’t feel an emotional connection with your partner. It may seem callous, but there are times when you have to question whether your lover is right for you and if they might be better suited as a friend.
8) Physical attraction
It is well-known that those who have similar physical characteristics tend to be drawn to one another. For example, you might find yourself falling for someone with hair and eye colour similar to your own. This can be attributed to our need for certainty; we are more comfortable with things we know or understand. So it may not come as much of a surprise that people in long-term relationships often look alike over time, as they begin to dress similarly, share more interests and develop like mannerisms.
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