These are some of the top habits that happy couples have, according to psychologists. But here’s the bottom line: Happy couples listen, respect, and support each other.
There are happier couples than others, we all know it, and we have certainly had more satisfying and lasting relationships, and some have been more difficult and tedious. But why does this happen? There is a magic formula for a couple to always work perfectly.
It is very difficult to answer this question. However, the ideal formula for a happy couple has not been demonstrated or discovered. Of course, love and respect are two of the fundamental pillars of a relationship. If there is no love, there is no respect, and if one of them is missing, the relationship is no longer happy.
But of course, there are many other factors and daily actions that take care of your relationship. Having time for the other person is also essential, as well as paying attention to the other person and taking an interest in their life, their daily life, interests, or concerns.
Being present in difficult times and overcoming bumps on the road together also ensures that the relationship is strengthened, confidence increases, and you can be happier. It is clear that humans change over time and, as a result, our relationships change with us: the way we want, feel, talk, communicate with our partner; our priorities also change, and our routine can be affected in many situations throughout life.
How can couples be happy together? Some psychologists tell us what the link between these happy relationships and their habits.
They listen. Paying attention is one of the main tips for the couple to work. Through active listening, problems can be seen from another point of view.
They smile. The sexiest and most rejuvenating costume in the world is the smile.
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They touch each other. Physical contact is the most powerful anxiolytic in the world, just as affection and gentleness are very restorative. Happy couples maintain body contact as much as possible.
They respect each other. Feeling respected by the couple is essential to the good functioning of other important aspects such as sex or trust.
They support each other. A good couple should help each other as much as possible and accompany us if we have problems or difficulties. Be our refuge.
Have fun. Not all the time with the couple can focus on routine activities. Having fun as a couple is a guarantee of sustainability.
Away with the Drama. Forgiving is not enough. We must also forget or relativize. And can humor save the relationship? Of course!
They communicate effectively. Communicating is not enough, but actually communicating effectively. This means that both parties understand one another, and know to recognize their differences.
They are intimately active. It’s not the same thing to take months as years together. Intimacy is needed to keep a strong relationship.
