10 years with someone is a really long time. But what is even more impressive is the fact that you are still in love even after a decade together. It may not be easy, but it is possible. Here are some things couples have in common that are still related to each other even after a decade.
1 - Communicate
"Having open communication builds real and lasting relationships," Dr. Bustle told Bustle. Catherine Jackson, psychologist and neurotherapist. According to her, it is difficult to be with a partner who has dissatisfaction and negativity. According to Dr. Jackson, couples who communicate more tend to debate less and are better able to handle any conflict. "The lack of tension often created by poor communication leaves room for couples who experience more joy, which makes them have a very strong bond with each other," she said.
2 - Schedule regular meetings
Couples who schedule regular meetings and prioritize spending time together are more likely to have longevity in the relationship. These meetings are a good way to have a strong relationship even when they are busy and daily life is busy. It also gives them the opportunity to have those usual flirtations, like at the beginning of the relationship.
3 - They leave somewhere in each other's company
A thing that Dr. Jackson suggests couples travel as often as you can. Being away from the ordinary environment and daily routine brings new energies and enables couples to reconnect. You can even learn new things about your partner.
4 - They have humor
Having a common sense of humor can be really rewarding for the relationship. When you laugh together, you can keep the spark of love burning. If you do not laugh together, you may be roommates or business partners, but you have no love affair at all.
5 - Agree to disagree
You will never agree on everything, so the sooner you accept this fact, the sooner you will be able to communicate with arguments and be okay with different opinions. All couples argue, but those who are together even after many years know how to solve problems as quickly as possible. They know that "winning the debate" is not as important as the relationship.
6 - They are polite
When couples are kind to each other, they are surrounded by positive energy and this kind of energy you need to connect more with each other. It is hard to love someone who is rude and exposes your worst.
7 - Have long-term goals
When a couple focuses on the long-term goal, they realize that every obstacle they face is merely temporary. Couples who continue to have a strong bond even after many years know they can overcome anything because they are a team.
