The Four Rules Of Love That Everyone Should Know.

Solid relationships do not start on their own. It requires time, patience, and two people who are really committed to being together.

Zelene Tyler
4 min readOct 5, 2021

Most of us have been in a romantic relationship at some point in our lives. Whether it was your first kiss, your wedding day, or the birth of your child…you know the feeling when love is what you are living for. You are always there to support each other through good times and bad. And you would do anything for them if it meant making their life better.

Love is the most powerful emotion we experience as human beings. Love can make us feel on top of the world and it can also bring us down to our knees. It’s no secret that affairs, breakups, divorces, and infidelity are occurring at an alarming rate — and they’re not all rooted in a lack of love.

How we perceive love is what defines how we approach our relationships and ultimately, how successful (or unsuccessful) we become at maintaining them.

1. Have realistic expectations when it comes to relationships and love!

Some people have unreasonable expectations when they engage in a relationship. They assume that everything will be like milk and honey, and when they discover that they are no longer like two pigeons, they believe that the relationship is finished and that they must end it. Unlike romantic love, which is a state of ecstasy that we feel at the start of a relationship when we are in love over our ears and can endure for several years, genuine love, the enduring kind, is a decision! It is a continual devotion to the relationship that disregards the present conditions. This type of love is far more difficult to achieve. For starters, the sensations of passionate love are frequently absent. However, this type of love is far more gratifying and profound. That, in the end, implies genuine happiness.

2. Respect, not communication, is the most crucial aspect of every relationship.

Most individuals feel that the most essential aspect of a relationship is effective communication. Communication is necessary, but respect for the other person is the most important aspect of a partnership. Conflicts will arise no matter how well we communicate or how hard we try to avoid them. It is unavoidable. After all, we’re talking about two distinct people, each with their own set of beliefs and frequently opposing viewpoints on various areas of everyday life, who have opted to make a life together.
And the only thing that can save you is a complete respect for each other, which means appreciating or considering everything about your spouse, that attitude of esteem, consideration, adoration, and unique affection for him. You must not only respect your partner, but you must also respect yourself. Because you will never feel deserving of your partner’s respect if you do not have self-esteem.

3. Discuss everything honestly.

It is critical to discuss everything and everything with your partner. And, if anything concerns or upsets you in the relationship, you must be willing to express it. Even if the talks are unpleasant, do not avoid them. You have to do it even if it hurts. Nobody else can, and nobody should mend the relationship in your place.
Following respect, trust was the most often stated ingredient for a healthy relationship. The key to building and sustaining trust in a relationship is for both parties to be transparent.

4. Learn to forgive.

A healthy relationship does not have to be ideal, without problems, in which the parties constantly agree and make numerous concessions. In fact, individuals that have long-lasting and happy relationships do not have all of their difficulties solved. They never leave. And forgiveness is required if you want the relationship to be healthy and joyful for both of you.
When a disagreement is resolved, it is resolved. You must both agree to move on; there is no need for it to resurface in every new disagreement.
Keep no score since no one is attempting to “win.” Talk to solve issues, not to force your viewpoint.
Distinguish between purpose and conduct when your spouse makes a mistake.

If you follow the lessons of love that we’ve discussed, you’ll find that your romantic life is much happier and more fulfilling. Remember to look at others’ perspectives, to give them space when they need it, to be honest with yourself about your feelings for others, and above all else, don’t forget to truly listen when someone is speaking.

Thanks for reading! xoxo

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Zelene Tyler

I like to cover many topics. Passioned about psychology, self-improvement, travel, and music.