In times where we are constantly under a lot of strain, diet is anything but nutritious and working out plan has gone for a toss, we tend to be short tempered and irritable all the time. Relationships have become fickle and the moment we are uncomfortable in one, we switch to another unless it is family (read blood ties). But there again we can make matters worse by simply severing ties with them the moment there is a disagreement. But we need to understand that our near and dear ones are our emotional cushions whom we can turn to, when we are in a low state or need some moral support.

We all give our 100 % to our passion, work and the rest but forget that our relationship also needs the same effort. A healthy relationship can never be achieved without a little work. The moment we get a grip of the fact that relationships are not something that we can expect to be ’perfect’, a lot of matter can be solved. The worse thing is that we are taken for a ride by friends who tend to flaunt perfect relationships and that can actually set us thinking about the state of our own. You have to be matured to understand that whatever meets the eye may not be the truth. No relationship is perfect and people have to constantly work on it to improve it. Ask the ones who have a relationship that is supposed to be too good to be true and you will realize that even they have their moments of disagreements. As long as you are realistic about relationships, you are more likely to have a happy union than people who are searching for their ‘happily ever after’. Learn to co-exist in harmony and as long as you can do that, you are bound to be far happier than otherwise. Some of the easiest and the best ways to do that would be:

• Draw a line- When we love someone, we are extremely relaxed in their presence. So we tend to tease each other and have some fun. But we have to know when to draw the line so as to not disrespect the other person’s feelings.
• Don’t force- One of the most common reasons for disagreements and disappointments in a relationship is expecting the other person to change. Your partner does not have to love the same sports as you and forcing them to do so can strain your equation. If you love the person, except them the way they are.
• Communication- It’s time to understand that your eyes can hold a conversation only in romantic novels. In real life, you need to open your mouth and TALK. This is this best and most effective way to communicate. From sharing household items to making the breakfast, the task has to be discussed so as to ease their life.
• Respect their privacy- No matter how close you are to each other, you have to respect each other’s privacy and not keep questioning one another, all the time. This will help to strengthen the bond and also build trust.
• Trust- This is the most important part of any relationship. Trusting your spouse will enable you to have peace of mind and make you feel more positive towards yourself and your relationship. If the trust in a relationship is shaken then you have to rethink on your decision of staying together. Trust is one of the few things that can build a strong foundation for a relationship.
• Be spontaneous- The fact that you both are in a committed relationship does not mean that you can stop doing the mindless things that you did when you were in your courtship years. A long as you continue to be spontaneous and romantic, the relationship will remain fresh and happy.

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