New to Dating? Build a Happy & Healthy Relationship: 4 Key Tips

In the journey of love, there's no one-size-fits-all manual. Every relationship is unique, shaped by the individuals involved. Here, we discuss what contributes to a happy, healthy, and successful relationship, emphasizing the importance of self-created understanding, emotional independence, unity against external pressures (listen to what you are told, but use your judgement on the outcome), and the power of healthy communication ( remember no one is a mind reader, nor you nor your partner)

1. Embrace Your Unique Understanding: One of the foundations of a thriving relationship is the acknowledgment that each partnership is distinct. Instead of comparing your love story to others or conforming to societal norms, focus on what makes your connection special. Whether it's shared values, common goals, or unique traditions, celebrating your unique understanding and prioritize what works for both of you rather than adhering to external expectations. Embrace your individuality as a couple. And avoid comparison.
2. Balance Emotional Independence: While emotional intimacy is crucial, it's equally important not to place the burden of 100% emotional fulfillment on your partner, doing so will exhaust them impacting the relationship you are looking to build. Cultivate your individual interests, friendships, and outlets for personal growth. By maintaining a sense of emotional independence, you bring a richer, more fulfilled self to the relationship, contributing positively to its overall health.
3. Manage External Influences Together: External pressures, be it from family or friends, are inevitable. Establish a partner code – an agreement to deal with external influences as a united front. Whether it's well-meaning advice or interference, approach it together, even if it means agreeing to disagree. Your partnership is a unique entity, and decisions should be made based on your understanding and values. PS: one of the reasons for a breakup is external interference. Avoid ruining what you found to this phenomena.
4. Prioritize Healthy Verbal Communication: Effective communication is the heartbeat of a successful relationship. Instead of expecting your partner to read your mind, decode your thoughts and emotions, express yourself verbally. Share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns actively, and encourage your partner to do the same. This creates a foundation of trust and understanding. If you see entering into long-term then this is a must which needs to be done calmly - if you think you lack this attribute then work on it and build it. Would you not learn about a new feature or type of development to grow in your professional life?

A happy, healthy, and successful relationship is a continuous journey of growth, understanding, and open communication (along with many disagreements, lets not kid anyone, but if you follow the above from when you started dating till life-time there is a guarantee that you would enjoy being a couple paving the way for a resilient and fulfilling partnership.)

Remember, your love story is yours to shape.

You may also like to read: 3 conversation starters to consider as your initial chat/ text to a prospective partner.