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Relationship needs to be nurtured and it can't be based on popular beliefs or myths. Our romantic relationships can be kept alive and healthy by learning truths about great relationships. The reason for most break-ups are some relationship myths that mar your chances of long-term happiness.
Good relationship means hard work
Most couples believe happy and long-lasting relationship means hard work. If you have such beliefs then your lovelife will suffer as the fun element will go out of it. In a relationship being together is happiness in itself and can't be a chore. However, good relations do require some effort. But then, everything becomes fun when you share your life with the person you love.
Love means no need to apologize
People have the erroneous belief that when you are in love there is no need to say sorry. But contrary to belief, you have to say sorry and apologize because the people we love the most are also the people who can hurt us the most. Your partner observes you in different moods, when you are tired, hungry, sleep deprived and angry. So when you are cranky and nasty, as you are angry and have a good reason to be so, you have to apologize. When you say sorry hard feeling are removed.
Taking fidelity for granted
Neglecting the relationship thinking that we are both loyal and devoted can be a risky thought. Being humans we crave for emotional attachment and may unintentionally look outside the marriage to fulfill our desires. So think that an extra marital relation is possible and keep working towards a great relationship with your partner.
Everything is perfect after marriage
Some of us think that, life will be perfect once we get married to our partners. This specially applies for those who are dating or living together. Marriage is just a legal document and cannot ensure happiness in your relationship. If you have a happy relation with your partner before marriage, then your life will definitely be full of happiness. If things are not working before marriage then it's unlikely that the relationship will last.
I don't need to tell my partner 'I Love You'
People in love need to be assured and reassured of the love and attachment that the partner feels for him/her. Whever you express your emotion of love, it strengthens the bond between the two of you. Also your partner feels loved and cared and any feeling of being taken for granted is wiped out. Develop a healthy relationship by saying 'I Love You' to your partner in words, through gifts, love notes, thoughtful gestures, phone messages or with hugs.
The secrets to a great relationship lies in our own hand. When you remove all the five relationship myths from your mind you open your life to the possibilities of long-lasting happiness with your partner.
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