Many people want to have a healthy relationship. But how do you know if your partnership is really on a good foundations? We’ll show you 8 signs that indicate that you’re in a healthy relationship.
You communicate openly and honestly.
In a healthy relationship, both partners can freely express their thoughts and feelings. You don’t just talk about the good things, but also about problems and insecurities. You listen carefully to each other and try to understand the other’s point of view.
You respect your boundaries.
Everyone has personal boundaries. In a healthy relationship, these are respected. You feel comfortable saying “no” when something becomes too much for you. At the same time, you also accept your partner’s boundaries without exerting pressure.
You support each other.
Whether it’s everyday problems or big life goals, you support each other. In a healthy relationship, you celebrate each other’s successes and support each other in difficult times. You motivate each other to hold on to your dreams.
You trust each other.
Trust is the foundation of every healthy relationship. You feel safe in the partnership and have no constant doubts about your partner’s loyalty or sincerity. You can talk openly about insecurities without the other person feeling attacked.
You retain your individuality.
A healthy relationship doesn’t mean that you merge into one person. You have your hobbies, friendships, and interests. You give each other the space to develop as individuals and are happy when the other person discovers new sides to themselves.
You can argue constructively.
Conflicts are part of every relationship. In a healthy partnership, however, you can resolve them constructively. You remain respectful, even if you have different opinions. Instead of insisting on being right, you work together to find solutions that work for both of you.
