The world would be a magical place if we all found love and it was romance and roses and we all lived happily ever after. However, the world of Disney only exists in fairytales and in real life love is exquisitely joyful and excruciatingly painful and everything in between. And we have to accept the hard truths of relationships in order to be successful at them.
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You Might Always Love Each Other, but There Will Definitely Be Times when You do Not like Each Other!
Similarly, You May Not Always Find Them Attractive Every Single Second of Every Single Day
Attraction in long-term relationships fluctuates, and feeling less drawn to your partner at times doesn’t indicate a failing union. It’s normal for the intense initial magnetism to settle into a deeper, more nuanced affection. Remember that love is not exclusively measured by constant, overwhelming desire. Instead, it is the shared experiences, the commitment, and the mutual growth that create a strong bond. Embrace these shifts as a natural part of your journey together—building a connection that transcends mere physical allure.
You Will Definitely Feel Irritated by the Smallest Things at One Point or Another
You Will Find That You do Not Always Miss Them when They Have Gone Away for a Period
You Will Definitely Feel Some Degree of Boredom at Least a Few Times, but That’s Natural
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You Will, at Least Once, Find Yourself Wondering if the Grass is Greener on the Other Side
It's an inevitable part of the human condition to ponder what might have been. Whether it's during a minor disagreement or a significant rough patch, you might catch yourself daydreaming about a different life with someone else. Yet, most times, it’s not a sign of a failing partnership but a natural curiosity about the unexplored. Embrace this moment as an opportunity for self-reflection and to appreciate the unique qualities of your relationship. Remember, fleeting thoughts don't define your commitment, but how you handle them certainly can fortify it.
Even Though You Are Together, You May Find That You Experience Periods of Loneliness
Your Partner is Not a Carbon Copy of Yourself, so Be Prepared for Fundamental Differences
Your Heart is Fragile, and It Will Open and Close without Warning during the Relationship
Love is a dynamic journey with its highs and lows. Just like the unpredictable weather, your heart's openness to your partner can shift like seasons with little warning. It's vital to acknowledge these fluctuations as a normal part of intimacy and not a sign of faltering love. When you find your heart closing off, communicate it, be gentle with yourself, and understand that openness will return in time. The strength of your relationship is measured not by its constancy but by its resilience through these natural cycles.
Your Sex Life Might Not Always Be as Good as It is Right Now
Just like the seasons ebb and flow, the passion within your intimate bonds may also experience its ups and downs. It's crucial to understand that shifts in desire and varying levels of satisfaction are entirely normal and to be expected. Over time, stress, health issues, and the natural course of a long-term relationship can alter the dynamics of your sex life. However, with open communication, mutual effort, and maybe a sprinkle of creativity, you and your partner can navigate these changes and find new ways to maintain an emotionally and physically fulfilling connection.
And in Conjunction, You May Find That You Don’t Want to Have as Much Sex as You Used to
Sexual desire can ebb and flow in relationships, and sometimes this can be unsettling. It's important to remember that intimacy is not solely defined by physical acts but also through emotional connection and companionship. If your desire has diminished, consider if stress, health issues or emotional disconnect could be factors. Open communication with your partner about your feelings is crucial. Together, you can explore new ways to maintain closeness, whether it's through date nights, shared hobbies, or simply acknowledging and appreciating each other's company. Remember, physical intimacy is just one aspect of a multi-dimensional partnership.
Being in Love but Still Being Somewhat Indifferent Can Be a Real Thing
You Will Go through Periods of Feeling Connected and the Disconnected from Your Partner
You Need to Embrace Both the Good and the Bad in Your Relationship
The Feeling of Fear is a Real Part of Being in Love, so Don’t Hide from It, Confront It
However, It Might Not Always Feel like True Fear, It Could Manifest in Numbness or Ambivalence
The Deeper Your Love is, the Stronger the Fear Tends to Be
Similarly, the Deeper You Are in Love, the More Risks You Are Usually Willing to Take
There Will Be Times when You Are Tempted to Give It All up and Walk out
This Temptation to Leave Usually Originates from a Feeling of Disconnect to Your Partner
You Will Find Yourself Wondering Why None of Your Friends Seem to Be Having the Same Relationship Struggles as You
The More You Try to Avoid Conflict, the More Likely It is to Blow up in Your Face
Be Prepared for You and Your Partner to See One Another at Your Very Worst
You Will Both Definitely Lash out and Say Things in the Heat of the Moment That You do Not Mean
It is Possible to Have Your Heart Broken but Still Stay Together
You Need to Accept That You Must Bring All of Your past in to Your Current Relationship; There is No Hiding from It
If You Have Kids, Be Prepared to Sacrifice Some of Your Old Connection in Order to Raise Them
Speaking of Kids, Life is Tough when You Have Them, and All Parents Feel the Same so Don’t Feel Bad!
You Will Definitely Feel Underappreciated at Times, but Please Know That You Absolutely Are Not
Don’t Be Stubborn, the Worst Thing That Both of You Can do is to Hold out on Apologizing, It Wastes so Much Time!
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