3 Keys to Transform Your Relationship Into a Thriving One

How many times have you come across people who can’t stop complaining that they’ve lost “the spark” with their partner?

Relationships are tricky. They seem to flow naturally when everything’s new and exciting but need more and more work as the years go by. After you’ve spent a lot of time with someone, you might need to pay more attention to a few things, and sometimes, also turn a blind eye towards a few. A slight slip in any of those could result in a disaster.

Unsplash | Keeping a relationship alive takes patience and effort

But the good news is that unlike many other things in life, a relationship can be mended and improved over time. And while each one is different, there are some basic things everyone can do to keep the charm alive in their bond with their partner.

Try to remember the little things

Who wouldn’t love a partner who remembers when and how they first met? There’s nothing a person in a relationship wants more than a partner who cherishes their memories and dialogues together.

That’s why we believe the best way to make a relationship more meaningful is to actually listen to and observe the little things between each other. The idea that you can go back to those times and relive the feelings you had back then helps build trust and revive your lost love.

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Unsplash | Remembering the little things matters since it shows you cherish the memories with your partner

Give and receive

Okay, we know the phrase “giving and receiving” often triggers mental images of charity events, but that’s not what we’re talking about here! Instead of always expecting to receive love, if you seek genuine happiness, try showing it every once a while. Haven’t you heard that life’s a two-way street; you get what you give?! So let your desires be known to your partner, and in turn, allow them to expect your love too.

Be mutually independent

In case you didn’t read that well, yes we said be independent. And doing that even when you’re in a relationship is very much possible! While doing stuff together, talking about the important things, and spending time with each other is very important, it’s also critical that you give your partner space and the privacy they need.

And of course, expect the same from them! We recommend partners discuss their goals and dreams so that each one knows when and where complete space must be given to the other. Remember, a relationship that allows couples to nurture separately works out perfectly!

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Unsplash | Giving each other space and privacy is also important in a relationship

The wrap-up

Maintaining a relationship is often overlooked as another item on our never-ending to-do list. But we need to remember that it won’t happen by itself if we never make an effort. The small gestures are what keeps love alive, and we must put in the time and thought into making our bonds successful.