The Hardest Parts Of Being In A Relationship

Relationships are hard. But what are the hardest parts and how can you over come them? “The Independent” asked some dating experts to identify them.

1. Mutual respect. You need to acknowledge you won’t always agree on everything, but you’re grateful for them anyway.
2. Defining the relationship. Be sure to listen to what the other person is communicating to you re: if they want commitment or not.
3. Lack of communication. Make dedicated time for talking. Practice active listening and paraphrasing what the other says.
4. Carving out one-on-one time. Have a dedicated time where you turn off technology and do something together.
5. Physical intimacy. Maintain that physical closeness, in whichever way works for you!
6. Compromise. But make sure you know when it’s OK to go with the flow and when clearer conversation is required.
7. Disagreements. Arguments happen, but how you move on effectively after a disagreement will make all the difference.

Source: Independent