Relationships♥ | Communication is key!

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I'm an extremely lucky gal. No really. 
I have great parents, a privileged lifestyle and a good education. 
Oh, and a fantastic boyfriend, with whom I enjoyed an equally fantastic Valentines day in York this year, eating sushi as well as watching Big Hero 6 at the cinema! It was a great movie by the way, so go see it!
I really don't mean to brag, but three years of togetherness has definitely taught me about what makes people connect. 
Sure, there have been low's in my relationship. 
We have both experienced our fair share of sadness, grief and loss already. 
But we've always valued each other and in the end I've come away with these essential relationship tips.


❤Don't be afraid to be vulnerable! Intimacy and closeness are the most important boxes one needs to tick off on the successful relationship list. 
Rapport building creates a strong partnership, where thoughts and feelings can be confidently and honestly shared. 
Interpersonal awareness and an appreciation for personal boundaries are also important, as it demonstrates a level of maturity, self control and respectfulness. 


❤ Stay interested and involve yourself with each other! 
Sometimes relationships can quieten down and even become a bit dull from time to time. 
That's cool, but remember to pick yourselves back up by doing activities together. 
Gaming, reading, bike riding, jogging, picnicking, film-watching, you name it. Find what you both like doing and do it! 
Team building hobbies are usually the best, since it will strengthen your existing bond.

❤ Arguing is a part of any normal relationship. Embrace the fact and always remember to act appropriately when you do disagree with each other. 
Do not try to humiliate the other person and reduce the disagreement to a screaming match. 
Take a deep breather, remain calm and focus on NOT raising your voice above normal talking level. Listen to each others issues and try to come to a mutual understanding. 
If you were wrong about something, own up to it and apologize. 
Also, DO NOT BRING UP OLD ARGUMENTS! The past is in the past! 

❤ Remember to express gratitude! 
Vocalize your appreciation for any help your partner gives you and try not to take them for granted.  

❤ And finally, surprise each other! 
Organize a cinema trip, buy a cute bracelet, or some new cologne, write a romantic poem, sing a song, make dinner yourself...do something that reignites your love for each other. 
It's usually the small acts of kindness that carry the most sentiment.