How to maintain a healthy relationship between life partners?

Rough roads lead to good destination, keep in mind. So don’t stress or freak out if it has achieved some roughness. But focus on getting it back on track. Remember certain things are necessary for a long smooth running healthy relationships: Keep the JIPO factor out. J- jealousy I- insecurity P- Possessiveness O- obsessiveness. No comparison with other couples and for you your partner matters, handle he/she with utmost care and love.

Intimacy is the priority, it does not mean sex. It is about trying to keep your relationship lively and happy. Have a one to one conversation. Here text messages don’t work at all, infact leaves a negative effect. Speak about problems and discuss them and reach a solution, don’t leave it in the middle. Show some love gestures, let it be a simple I love you, every now and then! Understand your partner. Spend time with each other, also a prime importance. Be there for each other whenever needed. You can spend time even while doing chores. A study found that partners doing chores have higher relationship  satisfaction.

You should keep all the communication channels open. Emotional connection is very important for a healthy relationship. Arguments happen in every relation but the focus should be on solving them . ‘Words hurt more than action’, think before you say anything to your partner during an argument. Yet, a study showed that a few arguments are beneficial to relationships.

You should also keep a note of the nonverbal hints of your partner. For example, your spouse comes home tired and hugs you. Do not push him/her away and let them down, give them enough warmth to let their drained energy revive. Learning to compromise. For example, A give and take relationship is important, but it should be a fair compromise. Conflict is inevitable, try to not accuse your partner or bring in an old argument. It would lead to further allegations. Put your efforts in let go of certain things. 

Be flexible to changes, as they are to come now and then adapt them with full willingness and acceptance.