If one goes into a relationship, and is not sure who they are they will just agree with the partner, due to not knowing or setting healthy boundaries for themselves. The lack of boundaries due to not knowing “who they are” could grow resentments that in the end will shorten the relationship or cause unneeded stress. However, entering a relationship and have a foundation of which one is will help; each individual knows what they want out of life. This in the end makes it simpler to find a mate, due to seeking out a person that has similar values and beliefs. Values and beliefs are better developed when a person has an identity and a sense of self, creating a better foundation when looking for the partner to enter into a long-term relationship, and with hopes of making it less likely to end in divorce. In a relationship, each person grows together, from learning the likes and dislikes and learning to make decisions if they choose to live in such a …show more content…
If children are involved in the relationship, parents need to invest a lock on the bedroom door and the bedroom should be kept as a place to share sexual activity and not family room. Having a date or alone time, gives the parties the opportunity to “catch up” without the interruptions of life, and or children. This along time offers the ability to communicate about life, goals and values with the cohabiting life. Also, having alone time helps the couple debrief when life stressors get in the way. Attempting to keep work stress at the door helps the relationship, and being able to communication when stress is hard to let go of.
In my personal opinion, I feel that if you become complacent in your relationship you will no longer strive to look your best or do your best. I personally like to always try to surprise my husband, either how I look or with what I do even when making supper or cleaning the house. Also helping me feel attractive will help create a positive reaction from my partner, time has changed me, physically and mentally and I want him to see that in a positive