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Happy relationsh­ips

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MAKE YOUR NEEDS KNOWN

Expecting your partner to know exactly what you want or what you’re thinking is detriment to the relationsh­ip. No one can truly know what another person is feeling or thinking, so stop guessing. Ask questions instead. If you feel that you’re the one who often ends up not speaking up much, then it’s time to ensure that your needs are made known. If you keep everything in, resentment will start to build up and taint the relationsh­ip, especially when you expect your partner to do or say something, and they don’t. SET A TIME FOR CONNECTING INTIMATELY DAILY

Intimacy comes in many forms — the giving and receiving of affections to your partner from a simple touch; the sharing of your day, and to getting physical. All forms of intimacy build quality bonding time with your partner. Like a plant needing its nourishmen­t, quality time really feeds the soul and nourishes your relationsh­ips.

Deep connection­s need not be take up huge amount of your time; it’s really the quality that matters. So make it a point to have uninterrup­ted connection every day. LAUGH AND ENJOY EACH OTHER’S QUALITIES

Having a sense of humour is one of the top five qualities that people seek in any relationsh­ip. It helps to keep your heart open, reduces stress and allows you to relax and feel closer to each other. Laughter brings much joy and ease to life and it’s wonderful when a couple is always able to find something to laugh about. In the face of adversity, you’ll find that being able to laugh together would enable you and your partner to handle even the most tense of situations in a more open and relaxed manner.

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