personally, how do you keep your relationship going?

Philippines
May 25, 2012 3:01am CST
Different people have different ways of keeping their relationship going, and so I asked several couples in long-term relationships what their secrets are to staying together. please share your personal experiences.
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• United States
26 May 12
Some time apart. If I have to be with him all of the time, then will feel boring after a while, and I know that we will start getting into more arguments. Not that arguments aren't fun because the making out is great afterwards, but when we are together almost all of the time, it can be too much for the both of us especially if he and I have things to do. Keep it realistic. If you both need that space, then give each other that space.
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• Philippines
29 Jun 12
i remember a couple who seemed to be so together for the rest of their lives since they're in the same workplace and occupying side by side tables at work. they have lots of time arguing too. i think being away from each other is sometimes needed. Everyone goes through a period in their relationship where things seem to sour. Maybe your partner doesn't seem interested in spending time with you anymore, or perhaps he's so focused on other obligations he doesn't have time for you. Before you pack your bags and get the heck out of dodge, you should know that this type of behavior can actually be normal in a long-term relationship.
@cupkitties (7421)
• United States
26 May 12
Well, I don't have any great relationship experience story to share, but I do know that it takes both people working together to keep it going. If things start to fall apart and only one person is willing to try, the relationship is doomed to fail. It hast to be 50/50. Not 100/0 .
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• Philippines
27 May 12
that's the perfect ratio!The important thing to have a good marriage is to maintain that Magic Ratio of good things for each negative thing that happens between you. this is already the best to share.
@GemmaR (8517)
25 May 12
I think that one of the most important things that you have to remember in any relationship is that you have to be able to talk to your partner. Communication is one of the key things that can go wrong when you're with somebody, and this is how everything can get out of control meaning that you misinterpret things because you're just not bothering to talk about them and put them straight. You should never go to bed on an argument, you should always make sure that you have resolved your issues before you go to sleep, otherwise things are just going to be a whole lot worse when you wake up.
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• Philippines
27 May 12
hahhaa.those mentioned were exactly our faults.i mean me and my husband.One of the most important aspects of a successful relationship is effective communication between both parties. Lack of communication in a relationship can result in hasty decisions that can even lead to separation. we're really almost on that.thanks goodness, we finally didn't make it through. We need to understand the reasons behind communication breakdown and how they can be avoided to ensure a fulfilling relationship.
@simonelee (2715)
• China
25 May 12
In our case since we're far, we constantly communicate each other and if both busy i make sure that even if we haven't talked that much lately we let each other feel that how much we love each other despite of the situation. Assurance and security is what i can offer to my partner. If your boyfriend/ girlfriend feel how much you love him/her then there will be no major problem.
• Philippines
27 May 12
i don't think i can live with that. we're in so much trouble even when we're just an inch apart how much more if we're that distant.i just hope both of you can manage a long long way and time.just make sure you two talk on a regular basis and never let distance come in the way of your love. It's true that these kinds of relationships are hard to manage but once you have made a decision you have to stick with it no matter what happens or how physically distant you are.
• Philippines
25 May 12
to keep your relationship strong you must understand each other, you must trust each other, you must have a good communication and lastly LOVE TRIANGLE WITH GOD. and the last one is much more important.
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• Philippines
27 May 12
Where there is anything that's designed, there is a designer. Whether it's a truck, building or train — or even marriage — there is always a mastermind behind the masterpiece. God, the mastermind of marriage, also has a plan for how marriage works best.
@gelomon (286)
• Philippines
25 May 12
good day to you, i find this discussion interesting and would like to be part of it :). I an not that lucky of relationships but I hope that I can contribute to this. My longest relationship was only for 5 months. Hmmm maybe I just share the things I do thing I lack when I am in a relationship. You must not interfere with her when you are both angry, just be yourself everytime, you must be fair that no one needs to be the boss of the relationship.
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• Philippines
27 May 12
hi gelo.thanks for dropping by here. well, you have a point in not leveling with the anger of your significant other.nearly everyone has experienced many downs in our relationships at some points in our lives.many of us have failed to maintain it but still others managed to get through and im just glad im one of them. just keep going .heal, improve, grow and try seeing other person and be happy again.
@kalav56 (11464)
• India
25 May 12
Total trust, honesty within oneself, a willingness to 'live and let live', an easy granting of personal space, a conscious desire not to nag, a truthful sense of contentment , a feeling of satisfaction with the partner irrespective of all qualities , no expectations from the other person are all ways to maintain a long-lasting relationship in peace. I have been married for 34 years and this is what I have experienced.
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@MoonGypsy (4606)
• United States
25 May 12
34 years is a mighty long time! longer than my life time. that is wonderful. congratulations. you set an example for us all. i hope me and mine go even longer.
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@MoonGypsy (4606)
• United States
25 May 12
every couple has their ups and downs. my relationship certainly does. at the same time, we have been together for nine years, because we both have our faults and it's okay. we still love each other and still try to find a common ground even in the mist of difference. you have to want to work at it. if you love each other, you will try everything to stay together. it really shouldn't even be all that hard. only one thing though, you should only try only because you still love each other. my husband is my best friend. i trust him with my mind body, and soul. this goes the same for him. problems can't compete with that.
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@gelomon (286)
• Philippines
25 May 12
hi good day to you, i find this discussion interesting and would like to be part of it :). I an not that lucky of relationships but I hope that I can contribute to this. My longest relationship was only for 5 months. Hmmm maybe I just share the things I do thing I lack when I am in a relationship. You must not interfere with her when you are both angry, just be yourself everytime, you must be fair that no one needs to be the boss of the relationship.