7 Tips To Help You Start A Relationship

The advice you’re going to read may be a bit of a buzzkill. Sorry to break it to you. Right now, all you’re thinking about is seeing your new lover and wondering if they’re thinking about you as much as you’re thinking about them. But if you want to know how to start a relationship, one that’ll last longer than a week, you should consider some things.

So, if you want your love-dovey romance story to turn into a series, well, this is what you should keep in mind.When we’re starting a relationship, everything is blissful and lovey-dovey. You’re on cloud nine and thinking this love will last forever and ever. Now, that’s not to say it won’t last forever. But let’s not jump too far ahead.

# How does the relationship make you feel?

Before anything, check-in with yourself and see how this relationship is making you feel. Does this person bring out the best in you? Do you feel you can be yourself around them? Does this person support you? Write down how you’re feeling, so you can reflect on things later down the road.

# What do you want?

If you want to have a happy and healthy relationship, you need to be true to yourself. Don’t jump into a relationship knowing this person isn’t the one for you. Of course, being in a new relationship can blind you a bit from seeing your needs, but this is why you need to check-in with yourself.

# What are your deal breakers?

We all have deal-breakers, and now it’s time for you to think about them. Do you want kids? Do you want to get married? How do you feel about family? These are important topics you need the answers to. If your partner doesn’t want to get married and you do, then this may not be the relationship for you.

# Be yourself

I know you want to show them the best version of yourself, but this is somewhat of a white-lie. Be yourself. Don’t pretend to be someone you’re not. If you don’t like spicy food, don’t pretend you like it. They’re going to find out the real you eventually.

#5 It’s time to listen. It’s always time to listen, but right now, since you’re trying to figure out how to start a relationship the right way, really pay attention to your partner. Don’t get distracted by the passion and romance.

Focus on what your partner is saying and whether or not you two truly fit together. Romance is amazing, but it fades with time. Then reality kicks in.

# Be honest with what you want

If you want a long-term relationship, tell your partner that! Don’t stick around and hope they’ll change their mind. This is only going to hurt you in the end. Be honest with what you want and make sure they understand what you’re looking for. If they don’t want to commit, that’s fine. You just saved yourself a lot of wasted time.

# Meet their friends

If you want to know who they are, meet their friends. Who they hang out with can tell you a lot about who they are as people. Also, have your partner meet your friends. They’re not blinded by love, so they’ll give you the feedback you need, whether you like it or not.