THE 3C's OF A HAPPY RELATIONSHIP

Relationships are made on stronger connect and bonds however their foundations are laid on three important virtues that hold the most prevalence in a relationship are Communication,Compromise and Commitment. Finding a perfect balance between all three can be tricky but finding your way through it is what is most important. Here is a lowdown on the three C's in a relationship that you need to focus on.

1. Communication 

Communication efficiently will avoid or solve half the issues in your relationship. Clearer communication can mend the differences and give you clarity about your partner and the relationship. Communication is not just verbal, it's also non- verbal as we all know actions speaks volumes. Working on your bit can only strengthen your relationship.

5 Easy ways to communicate better in your relationship

1. Ask open-Ended Questions. Communication is not just about talking about each other's days and saying what you had to eat for lunch. 

2. Pick up on non-verbal cues.

3. Don't try to read their mind. 

4. Conversation are a two-way street.

5. Set aside time to talk. 

6. Tell them what you need from them.

2. Compromise

Two people make a relationship and it is two people's contribution that build the relationship stronger and holds the roots firmly to the ground. There are times when you ad your significant other may not agree on the same things and that's when you may have to find the middle ground. Compromising doesn't always mean you are sacrificing your independence or freedom, it just means at times, it's okay to take a backseat and let the situation take precedence over everything.

The 5 rules of fair compromise in a relationship

1. Both of you need to give up something not just one of you. Before you ask for your partner to give up something, be prepared to offer something to the table yourself.

2. Engage in positive compromise.

3. Avoid talking about compromise when you're angry. 

4. Make your own priority list.

5. Accept help.

3. Commitment

Standing strong through thick and thin is not just something that's said for effect at weddings, it has a deeper place in both the partners' lives. It means putting each other and the relationship first when it comes to managing difficult times and coming out of it victorious, and also giving each other the required time and space to grow both individually and as a couple while making your bond more enriching and fulfilling. 

5 ways you can communicate your commitment to your spouse or long - term partner

1. Show love and loyalty. Love involves telling your partner "I love you" and includes romantic gestures and sexual expressions of desire.

2. Express respect and appreciation.

3. Convey honesty and trust.

4. Work as a team and compromise.

5. Disagree agreeably.

 

By: Amusan Titilope Blessing