Successful relationships happen when we choose with our heads as well as our hearts. In fact, what we might consider unromantic initially can become a major turn on and provide much of the glue that holds a relationship together through time and the many challenges that couples face.With that in mind, Huffingtonpost.com highlights signs to show youre in the right relationship.Your partner does things you enjoy that he or she doesntIf your partner does things you and you alone dig, happily and without protest, youve struck relationship gold. Why' Because, while going to a play or watching every episode of a TV programme might not be their cup of tea, they do it anyway because being with you and seeing your enjoyment matters more than the specific activity. Its also a sign that they dont expect the relationship to be all about them.Your partner shares your work ethicHaving a partner with a very different attitude towards the value of and importance of work can leave you as the only responsible person in your partnership. And thats not a situation youll want to be in forever. Imagine carrying all the weight for chores, child care, household management and the handling of finances, not only does this lead to burn-out, it also contributes to feelings of resentment and a loss of affection and respect.Your partner pitches in to do whatever needs to be doneAnd theres no back-talk about how you havent tied up and taken out the trash yourself in two months. It may be your turn to do something, but they do it because they can and want to. This shows a generosity of spirit and a willingness to be part of the team. It also shows maturity in not holding to strict interpretations of rules or expectations.Your partner follows through in a timely mannerTheres nothing worse than nagging your partner to fulfil a promise he or she made weeks ago. This leaves you with the belief that your needs are a low priority for your partner. On the flip side, being with someone who follows through, quickly and without reminders, is a sign youve found a reliable life partner.They stand up for you to their familyYou want to get along with the family who could become your future in-laws. But sometimes that just doesnt happen. In this situation, a man or woman who stands up for you is a keeper. Being married means putting each other first before anyone else. One of the biggest challenges to a marriage is the inability of one partner to develop appropriate boundaries with other important people in their life. They take up differences with you in private but to the outside world, they have your back.Your partner challenges you intellectuallyOn the surface, choosing someone who turns you on intellectually may sound very unromantic. But dig a little deeper, and you may find that over time, this is the person who will keep it interesting and ensure that your relationship never gets boring.They openly and consistently communicate with you, even when its toughBeing in a committed relationship requires the ability to work together, which requires the ability to share thoughts, feelings, expectations, and concerns. That kind of quality communication goes far beyond saying I love you. Being able to talk about hard stufffinances, sex, running a household, hurt feelingsis the key to having a happy, healthy relationship that will last.
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