Relationships are ever-evolving. Sometimes partners grow together in a relationship and at other times, one helps the other decide what's best for them. No relationship is one person's job. Efforts are required from both parties when it comes to balancing things out and making it work in the long run. If you are looking to commit to an already-existing relationship with a loved one or planning to take the next step and propose to them, making and keeping promises can help you establish some ground rules so that yours is smooth sailing. Since it's New Year's, try to make and keep these promises as resolutions.
Let the past be past
It is very easy to dwell in the past. When it comes to relationships, living in the present and planning for the future is the best thing that you can do with your partner. Even during an argument, do not bring up the past. This can hurt them while they make amends or already have. Let not your or your partner's choices in the past affect your present.
Work on yourself
While it is imperative for both the partners in a relationship to contribute towards making the equation better, individually, you have to make sure to work on yourself too. If there are differences and issues from the past, make sure you address them head-on and promise your partner to change for the better.
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Be supportive
It is easier said than done. If your partner is expecting any sort of emotional support and you have not been able to live up to it till now, make a New Year resolution to them that you will invest emotionally in the relationship and support them in whatever way they require.
Take time out for each other
One of the establishing rules in a relationship is that partners take out time for each other. Some of the relationships don't see their course because people can't take time out for each other. This New Year, promise your loved ones to spend time with them s much as you can.
Efforts
It is easy to let things take a natural course and difficult to put in the effort. Most relationships make or break because of a lack of effort from either one or both person's behalf. This New Year, promise your partner to make efforts in a very way to make their relationship work.
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