A good relationship is more than something we want—it’s something we need to be our happiest, healthiest, most productive selves. But at home or work, supportive, fulfilling relationships don’t come automatically. They take an investment in time and energy as well as social skills that can be learned.
If you’re in a relationship you’ll know that it takes effort and elasticity as people grow in their own directions. Every day brings new challenges and more effort, Thirteen years of marriage has enlightened me as to the most important attributes for keeping your relationship positive, engaging, fresh and fun.
Let’s talk about ‘core relationship values’, the three ‘rules of fighting’, ‘quality time together’, ‘distraction vs engagement’ and ‘common ground’.