Many people crave a healthy relationship, and we wanted to provide some healthy signs that you're in one.
1. This one sounds simple, but may not be. Both you and your partner are on the same page in terms of life goals and values. You both know what each wants out of life, and also know common goals.
2. The trust is strong between you two. You both have open conversations, the good, the bad, the ugly, and discuss everything openly. You two know eachothers secrets, and there is no hidden agenda.
3. You and your partner have your own identity in the relationship. You two are your own person beyond your roles in the relationship.
4. You two spend time together that is fulfilling to both of you and you also spend time alone that is important to you.
5. You encourage each other to grow and change for the better. You want to both be better people and push for that.
6. You and your partner are openly communicating personal wants and needs. Being present with each other, and giving each other full undivided attention when talking about these things.
7. You respect one another's differences and work through them, even on important issues You two are willing to meet in the middle with some of the problematic issues.
8. You both share realistic expectations for the relationship and not just fantasize about what it should be. You are working together to get to those expectations and don't forget that you are working together to meet in the middle.
9. You both contribute to the relationship, and you do so fairly. Each partner brings the best strengths and abilities to benefit the team.
10. You both honor each others family and friend time. It is healthy to set boundaries with you and your partner.
We found these helpful tips over at Psychology Today, so if you have further questions hit us up @loveline or check out the website!
