How do we maintain a good relationship??

Philippines
January 25, 2009 6:42am CST
How do we maintain a good relationship to our partner as couple for a long time with no hastles and arguments. As couples with children we need to maintain our good relationship to our husband/wife for the sake of our children. I know we can make it but sometimes we need to became resourceful and make an extra-ordinary experiment to make the relationship not boring. I know that if we love a person we never get bored. But sometimes we need to have an extra strength for them. How about you friends anything to share with this matter? Let us make our life be colorful together with our partner in life. Have a nice day!!
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6 responses
@akangirl (2436)
• India
25 Jan 09
According to me good relationships start with a foundation based on trust, respect, commitment, support, stability, and self-confidence.always be honest and have trust in one another. Things have a better outcome when there is honesty in the relationship. People who tend to hide things just end up making matters worse for themselves because the truth eventually comes out sooner than later.Best part of the relationship is to have communication. Never let one person in the relationship do everything, always share obligations.make sure you talk about everything and let your partner know exactly what you are feeling. It is never good to hide what you feel. If you feel something, let them know because if you don't then the day you decide to do it, it might be too late. Things are better when everything is out in the open.
• Philippines
26 Jan 09
I believe in honesty, trust and respect. Of course if he give respect to me he did not make a lie to me. He will not allow me to feel crazy about the things I care. Anyway thank you very much friend to your response. Have a nice day!
@silverjam (969)
• United States
25 Jan 09
There are lot of things we have to do to maintain good relationships w/ our partners. One thing I can suggest and we actually are doing w/ my spouse is saying sweet things to each other everyday. We never fail to say "I love you" to each other even we're just inside the house; there were times when he stood up from his games or from the computer and goes to the kitchen where I do dishes and just hug or kiss me (just for nothing). At work he calls me 3-5x a day just saying "Hi" and "I miss you". I guess those little things keep us more intact and loving as couples. I admit basically am not that demonstrative and affectionate but I learned to do by now because of what he does to me and to our relationship. One thing I learned from him is resolving conflicts through conversations; he always approach me first to talk about the fights and try to resolved it by talking and not avoiding to each other (as what I usually do....lol). Well I guess those are what I can share as of mine. Am sure you can get more from the responses in here. Happy mylotting!
• Philippines
26 Jan 09
Yes friend you're right maintaining a good relationship with our husband needs extra and added activities. That was a big help saying I love you, hug and sweet kissenhances for more love we feel to our partner. I need to take your advice friend. Thanks a lot!
@smilyn (2967)
• United States
26 Jan 09
For a long and healthy relationship between couples, the most important things that are needed are : caring, sharing and understanding. Whatever problem arises try to resolve it at the earliest.Arguments are very common in married life. BUt take care that your arguments do not prolong more than 2 hours. Make sure that you end the argument before going to bed and do not continue for the next day. Also never fight in your bedrooms. The most important point is never ever argue before your kids.
@mean_queen (1713)
• Malaysia
26 Jan 09
I think relationships flourish when we're sincere. Having too many expectations can ruin any kind of relationship. I think if we learn to let go of our expectations and love one another unconditionally and always be sincere about our givings, then it can help build a stronger relationship. Personally, I think it's ok to have bad moments in a relationship. Having a great relationship doesn't mean we can't have our differences and stop arguing altogether. As long as there's communication and understanding, I believe any relationship can become stronger. :)
@moneymaya (901)
• India
25 Jan 09
as I am single now so can't have such an beautifull life now but yeah I believe that faith the key of healty relationship thanks for sharing
• Philippines
25 Jan 09
Thanks for your response my friend I know that if there is faith there is love and we believe. I know you will be having a beautiful life soon. Thank you friend and have a nice day!
@barbie81 (20)
• United Arab Emirates
26 Jan 09
Maintaining a good relation Love really is strong to hold a relation. But there is much more to do if you are married. You should always be open with your partner. Never try to hide anything from him/her. Its always good to say about things he/she loves. If you can cook him/her his/her favourite dish or help your partner in any way that'll make a difference. If you have children both of you can play with them. Always eat together. There will be lot of change if you actively bring children in to your relation. Your partner may have tastes to which you have indifferences. But even then there are many things which are common. He/she may like the same songs you cherish to hear. Who don't like songs? Try to learn what makes him/her happy.