Question

1). Discuss what makes for a happy and satisfying relationships?

Answer 1

A long lasting and happy relationship needs adjustment and understanding. Relationships are always a two-way highway, both parties are involved. They both need to understand this and act accordingly, it is not one person's responsibility. Happiness is a relative thing, it is based on how you view it. It comes from the inside, but happiness is directly related to satisfaction. So, if you have a satisfying relationship, you can feel happy. To have a satisfying relationship, there are certain rules or ways to do so:

1. Communication: This is the most important thing or foundation of every relationship. Be clear, and frank, never lie. Talking about it can help your relation. Admitting to faults, encouraging, saying how wonderful other person is, talking about good points, indirect communication through smile, hugs, etc. can go a long way.
2. Space: Everyone needs to have his/her own personal space. Never intrude in that. They have their own space and their own time. This is the space or time that people like of relax in. Intruding in 'Me' time and 'My' space can cause problems in relationships.
3. Entitlement: People get the wrong idea about relationships. There should be no expectation in relationships. No one should be expected to love, no one becomes a property in a relationship (owing to the talk 'you are mine') and no one is entitled to any kind of special treatment. Things like love, and trust are never imposed, they are triggered only if you are worthy enough.
4. Respect: Respect for others is one of the other important factor in thriving relationship. People should have respect for others, they should respect them for who they are. Respect means doing what you say, not being late, not assassinating character, respecting choices, etc.
5. Support: This is the 2nd most important factor in a relationship. Support and adjustment does not mean completely sacrifice your life. Both parties need to support and adjust for each other. Support each other in times of need, their decisions, their priorities, etc. Supporting means you will have to adjust a little bit. This might cause you inconvenience, but this will help you a lot.
6. Understanding: If you are good at listening, you will understand. You should clearly understand where you stand in a relationship, what are your roles, how you can support others. Communication will aid you in this. Even if there is an argument, make sure to view everything from heir point of view and weigh it before you jump to conclusion and do an irreversible damage.

These 6 points will help you have a satisfying relationship. It is applicable for any kind of relationship, be it parenting, lovers, family, marriage, etc. Last of all, learning to be content in what you have is the secret of happiness.