Are we in an exclusive relationship or not?

I think communication is key while in a relationships. Many times such decision comes back to communication. One person thinking they are exclusive to each other, and the other not.

Nowadays so many people will jump into bed with anything that has a pulse. There's no love there just lust. I think a true relationship is one that follows First Corinthians 13. That doesn't just speak love but shows real love.

The best thing to do is sit down and talk to each other. Not your friends or worse your family, but your partner! See where they stand, see if you even share the same goals That is the only way to solve the mystery.

Hi Shavkat: It may be work with some people but at least for me if I once decided to be in a relationship with someone I could not be in an "open relationship". I can't take someone seriously if she leave a door open to be with someone else while being in a relationship with me. If someone has the need to be with other persons and at the same time having a permanent partner maybe he/ she is not prepared to be in a serious relationship. ALVARO

Yeah I completely agree with you. If either person is unsure about their relationship that can lead to problems. It is best to talk about these straight forward. This way no one gets hurt. If one person doesn't want to have an exclusive relationship then the other individual needs to keep their distance so as not to develop strong feelings.

What's the point of being in a relationship if you're not going to be exclusive to your partner? If you are in a relationship that you aren't exclusive you better be careful you don't get STDs. Some people through communicating to their partner are accepting of not being exclusive in their own relationship.

I am in an exclusive relationship with my boyfriend. We just celebrated our one year anniversary on October 31st. I have not been with anyone else nor have I wanted to go looking anywhere. I know he has not cheated on me either. I think when people start dating, they need to be open and honest with whomever they are with. If they do not want to get exclusive, than they need to speak up and say so. Because if both don't agree. They need to part ways.

Relationships are layered, there are lots of things to consider when trying to find out how deep a relationship really is. The most important thing to do is be honest with yourself and the other person. If its meant to be then the pain will still be there, its love that hurts even when we have to make a difficult decision.

We are prone to having expectations because we have this ideal situation in our head as to how we can please or how we can be pleased by someone. Often it brings disappointment because it is not based on the acceptance of the person we like as they really are. I have had a few guys who are sweet and said they like me but I always stepped back and try not to take what they say seriously because I know boys can easily change their minds. It is not a good feeling to be led on. Most important thing to do is to be honest.

Hi! I wouldn't get into a relationship if the guy doesn't feel the same way I feel. There's no relationship to be called in the first place, because it take two to tango, as they say. There are some people who go for such relationships, which they call open. Maybe they can control their feelings so as not to get hurt in the end, but we can't usually predict the future, right, so it's best to not engage into that kind of "relationship."

yes some people think about many things before going into a relationship. But some are not bothered about such uncertainty. Those who are not able to handle they go through this excessive pain and may even loose faith in relations.

Relationship is based on mutual love and affection.It should never be self centered or hollow.It should be based on give and take also.Think about more about others than your personal whims and then your relationship will be smooth.