20 Things You Should Never Do in a Healthy Relationship

You don't need to do everything together or make it all about your partner. Have your own opinion, hobbies and experiences because you can't lose your identity or your independence; not just for the obvious reasons, but also because you want to stay interesting for them — and yourself. Slash, if your partner does want your world to revolve around them, it may be a sign your partner is a narcissist.

We live in a world where other people's misery and happiness can affect our own state of being — and with social media, everything is up for everyone to see. But every relationship is different, not to mention what you see isn't always what it seems. Just do you and you'll do fine.

Comparing yourself and bringing that bad energy back to your relationship is an easy way you may accidentally ruin your relationship.

Communication is vital to a healthy relationship but that doesn't mean you can't have your own thoughts and opinions. In a time where misinformation is too readily available, take your position based on your own set of critical thinking skills. Your partner should respect you more for it —you should feel both heard and appreciated. Speaking freely is a sign you're fully comfortable in your relationship.

Always maintain who you are and what you stand for. Being aware of your core values is an amazing thing and will not only strengthen your confidence but also your relationship.

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Everyone needs to vent so instead of trying to solve their problems, focus on what your partner is saying. Sometimes all they want is someone to understand what they're going through, not a solution.

Put away the phone, turn off the TV, close the book. When your person is talking to you, really listen to what they're saying.

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It's easy to do but if you think about the positive qualities of your partner rather than the flaws, you might see them in a whole new light.

Instead of saying something out of habit, make sure your expression of gratitude and appreciation are genuine.

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Part of being in a healthy relationship means supporting and accepting your partner for who they are, without judgment. Belittling them or trying to change them into something they're not is never good and almost always results in hurt feelings and resentment.

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Sometimes getting the baby to sleep through the night or having a good day at work is worth celebrating.

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By not sweating the small stuff, you can focus on the good.

You might believe you know your significant other inside and out, but that doesn't always mean you know what they're thinking. And instead of assuming you do, ask them to clarify so you're sure.

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It's more important to maintain intimacy than be right so know when to reel it in. Nobody likes a know-it-all.

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If you don't express your feelings, anger and resentment will build. Relationships aren't always going to be happy times so be strong enough to handle even the most difficult situations in a healthy manner.

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Maybe one of the most irritating things ever. Just be honest, enough with the games. Honesty is key to how to trust and be trusted in a relationship.

It's childish and it gets you nowhere. Instead of being passive, or passive-aggressive, be honest and direct — and try not to say anything you'll regret.

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Fights can bring out the worst in people but you need to show some restraint and not remove the gloves and earrings and make it a no-holds-barred nightmare. You can't always take back what you say, resulting in problems bigger than you could have imagined.

Communication is important but compromise is key. Your person needs to know you respect their feelings and desires, that they're valued and the relationship is a two-way street.

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Sometimes you need to be the bigger person. Suck it up, buttercup.

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