Let’s be real relationship advice can sometimes feel like a lecture from your high school gym teacher. But building a healthy relationship doesn’t have to be boring or cliché.
Here are 10 tips to help you level up your love life, without making you roll your eyes.
1. Communicate Like You’re Ordering at a Drive-Thru
Have you ever tried ordering at a drive-thru and ended up with something completely different than what you wanted? Yeah, relationships can be like that too. Instead of vague hints and cryptic messages, say what you mean! If you’re craving a double cheeseburger with extra pickles (or, you know, a deeper emotional connection), make sure you’re crystal clear about it. Your partner isn’t a mind reader they’re just as clueless as the poor soul trying to decipher your fast-food order.
2. Trust Like You Would Your Bestie with Your Netflix Password
Handing over your Netflix password is a big deal, right? It’s about trust. If you can trust your bestie not to mess up your “Continue Watching” list, then you should trust your partner too. Healthy relationships thrive on trust so unless your partner has proven they’re about to go rogue on your account, give them the benefit of the doubt. And if they do mess up? Well, it might be time for a serious talk (about the relationship, not just Netflix).
3. Share Values, But Not Your Pizza
Sure, it’s important to share values in a relationship. But when it comes to pizza, all bets are off. Sharing your life goals is crucial whether it’s deciding if you both want kids or figuring out where you’ll retire. But sharing your last slice of pizza? Let’s not get crazy. The point is, make sure your big-picture values align, even if your taste in toppings doesn’t.
4. Make Time for Each Other, Even If It’s Just a Meme War
Quality time doesn’t have to mean candlelit dinners or weekend getaways (although those are nice). Sometimes, the best way to connect is through a full-blown meme war. Whether you’re sending cat memes or roasting each other with the latest viral trends, what matters is that you’re making time for each other. Laughter is the glue that holds a relationship together so keep the memes coming!
5. Surprise Each Other (But Not Like a Horror
Movie)
Surprises in a relationship should be fun, not terrifying. Forget about hiding behind doors to jump out and scare your partner think more along the lines of surprising them with their favourite snack or planning a spontaneous date night. The best surprises show that you’re thinking about them and that you know what they love. No jump scares are required.
Conclusion
Building a healthy relationship doesn’t have to be a snoozefest. With a little humour, trust, and quality time (and maybe a few memes), you can create a connection that’s strong, fun, and full of love. Now, go forth and be awesome together!
