How to Keep a Relationship Going

Is it possible to spot the difference between a 'strong' couple whose relationships will last and a 'fragile' couple who are doomed to failure? Here are some signs to watch out for...
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[@cursedwaffle]

remember to continuously improve yourself as a person even when you're in a relationship. never stop growing. a note to self.

[@DawnPeacock]

I actually get along with my husband like a dream. We always lift each other up and support each other, enjoy each other immensely and basically smile and laugh all the time. 12 years married and no fighting, resentment or bickering. Just joy!

[@thaisoceanos]

As a marine biologist, I just wanted to share how much I love the design this time too!!!

[@TakeBackYourMind997]

When it comes to fighting the biggest lesson I've learnt is; it's not me vs you, it's us vs the problem.

[@AP-pm9qy]

I love how this came up just after Bill Gates announced his divorce 😂

[@LivingALifeOfAbundance]

The one who cares the least runs the relationship. get with the girl that adores you the most. Not the one you breakin your neck for.

[@vinnyyep4853]

When your relationship is about to end and this video comes up bruh-

[@amruthanand1330]

Being a person who's never been in a relationship for 22 years. This channel gives me a lot of think about how I should ever go about it if I do.

[@NickNotas]

What matters most is that both parties know that the other person is deeply invested in growing the relationship. That provides the security for us to be vulnerable and navigate the tough conversations more productively. We don’t assume they have bad intentions, work through it as a team, and become much closer because of it.

[@MichelleC50]

The only pearls of wisdom I have is what I've learned myself. My hubby and I have been married for 12 years now. Many ups and downs. We both are committed to each other, meaning our relationship can only survive and thrive if we both work at it. Each of us change as we get older either by choice or nature. Choose to fall in love with your partner at every stage of your life. Goodness knows you're not the same person you were a decade ago. Choose each other every day and you stand a damn good chance of making it ♥

[@nicojoshuas]

how to keep a relationship going:

[@devxshish]

“There is no perfect.

[@nunofarizo]

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[@AbsurdExistentialist]

Do one on that "relationship anxiety" we've been hearing a lot about

[@LuminaryRain]

True love is about caring, not taking; It's about service to others, not service to self.

[@PranjalRahman]

Relationships are all about making the effort to commit and actually communicate. We must express what is on our mind and we must listen to each other.

[@azaliahangulo]

When he said "excessive anxiety" I thought he was going to talk about people with an anxiety disorder. I'm glad it didn't go that route because I feel people who have anxiety can still be in healthy relationships. As long as the partner with anxiety can communicate what they are feeling and the other partner can listen and is able to provide emotional support.

[@rosettesionne9139]

I think that one thing that kills a relationship is the inability to handle conflict constructively. Most people I know tends either to avoid or react violently to difficulties instead of calming down and openly talking about it. They tend to avoid the problem instead of confronting it and inevitably the problem will grow and will become difficult to manage. I believe that if couples learns to express each others feelings in an open way and listen without judging then most communication problem would had been avoided.

[@jewris.art11]

As a member of the single population, I'm glad that I have time to keep a close relationship with myself. 😊

[@JP-vw8fp]

Wish I was aware of these things before I let my last relationship deteriorate. Thanks for the informative video as always.