Falling in Love
Have you ever told your friends you were in love?
Valentine’s Day is coming up which usually gets people thinking about love – whether they’re currently in love or looking for love. Sometimes falling in love is like seeing a shirt at your favorite store and having to buy it right away… It was love at first sight! Except, when you take it home and try it on, you realize the shirt isn’t for you at all. Unfortunately, once you date someone, breaking up isn’t as easy as returning a shirt and getting your refund - damage is usually always done.
Getting into a relationship
If you jump into a relationship, it can end just as fast as it started. The best possible way to have a long and healthy relationship with someone is if you take your time to get to know them. Have fun and become good friends from the start. Don’t be too quick to put a title on something. It’s great to be sure you’re comfortable around someone before you make a commitment to them.
Keeping your relationship healthy
Communication is vital to any relationship. If something is on your mind, don’t wait for the topic to come up to talk about it… Express your feelings, but be rational as well. Take each others feelings into deep consideration. If your boo is down, make it a point to find out what it is and fix it. Trust is huge! Without it, the relationship will slowly crumble. Make time for yourself, friends, and family … they’re important too. Give each other space and then you’ll appreciate your time together even more. Also, sending a quick text in the morning or at night is really sweet. It lets your significant other know they are on your mind!
Big No Nos
Bringing up past relationships you had with an ex boyfriend or girlfriend can instigate fights out of the wazoo. It’s better to let the past stay in the past! You can’t move forward if you keep re-reading a chapter of your book. Something even worse than considering an ex would be comparing your recent crush to an ex. That’s hurtful and it gets you nowhere.
Dating is a privilege and not a necessity. Most importantly, remember that you’re not defined by your relationship status! You’re young so have fun being you. And if cupid shoots you out of the blue, follow my advice for starting a match made in heaven. And remember - whether you’re single or “in a relationship” you can still have a great Valentine’s Day.
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