How to Have a Fulfilling Relationship

So I have made it in to Blog # 2 of my blogging extravaganza. I decided to write an article about relationships because it seems that everyone wants to be in a relationship! Relationships are challenging, there is no denying that. I have had my fair share of difficult relationships, and have discovered how to make one last. I am going share my tips and wisdom of this 'perfect' relationship everyone yearns for.

1. Love Yourself. This has been repeated numerous times, but it is one of most important things in having a loving relationship. Many people say 'you can't love someone until you love yourself'. Which in all honesty, I think is false. You are capable of loving another person even if you hate yourself. However, you can not have a good connection with someone without taking a look at yourself. Why? Because you won't believe that they love you. They will try and try again to reassure you their love. But unfortunately, you will have your doubts because you don't thinking loving you is possible.
2. If it's not meant to be, let it go. So many couples stay with each other, even when they are unhappy. It is good to try, that is what relationships are all about. But when you have nothing in common with someone, or you just don't feel anything special, it's time to let it go. Being with someone you know you aren't meant to be with, will just make you miserable in the long run. Waiting to break up with someone is going to be much harder the longer you wait! Your bf/gf will get more and more attached as time goes on. Find that inner courage! It's for the better!
3. Talk on a regular basis. This may seem as a no brainer, but a lot of people get caught up with their own seperate lives and they forget to talk to their partner! Make sure to set aside time just for them. They will appreciate it and your relationship will actually move forward! We are a communication savvy generation! There are no more excuses :P
4. Be somewhat independent. No one likes a needy gf or bf, so make sure you don't turn into one of these! You need to have your own life, and for them to be part of your life. So many couples get caught up in being connected and form the dreaded 'unit'. You morph into one, and forget who you are! You had a life before they were a part of it, and you always have to keep that in mind. How do you make sure you don't turn into one of these cliche units? Do something that is independently your own, that you enjoy to do. Go out with your friends. Paint a picture. Start a small business. Think of it this way, the more you do, the more you will have to tell him or her when you go home :).
5. Sex. Sex is not the most important thing in a relationship, but it still a good aspect to keep in mind. There is so much information on how to have a good sex life with someone you love, so this part will be in a different article later on.
6. Be corny. By this I mean, share your feelings with your partner! Tell them how much you miss them or love them. It is okay to be corny, you just have to know the difference between corny, and clingy. If you share your feelings with them, it will not only draw you closer, but make them more secure about your 'undying love' for them.
7. You don't have to be happy all the time. This is something that took be years to learn! I always thought that I shouldn't share my worries with my boyfriend. I thought that I had to be this perfect happy girlfriend. I have realized that you need to share your worries and fears. The person you are meant to be with will understand and make you feel better. Better yet, you won't have to be fake, you can be your true self.

There are plenty of ways to have fantastic loving relationship, and I only named a few! The basic rules are simple. Be yourself, and love with your whole heart. Everyone can have that relationship they see in movies. Anything is possible ;)