You will be together 24 hours a day, making decisions non-stop that will impact the rest of the day, and possibly the trip. It’s a true test of how strong the relationship is. Vacations are really tough on relationships. It works in the office, and it works at home too! People love to hear positive comments on the work that they have done.
Motivation and encouragement goes a long ways. But if the turkey was burnt once on Christmas dinner, don’t make it a big deal each and every year. If the problem is persistent and continues, then it’s a different situation. Make an agreement that when the discussion is over, the problem resides in the past. Keep the passion burning steady by spending quality time together. It was when you got to learn a lot about each other, and how the spark ignited into a wonderful relationship. Making time for each other is really important. As relationships mature, many situations chance, and it’s ok to adjust and make changes along the way, as long as both partners are in agreement. This can be something as simple as household chores to monogamy. As time progresses, some rules may need to be re-evaluated and discussed openly. Many rules are set at the beginning of relationships. Try to reach agreements on things that are deal-breakers early on, and table topics that are less important for another time. Don’t commit to something that you can’t live by. If you know there are things that you just can’t commit to, you need to be open and honest about it. Being open and honest is the key to every relationship. Yes, sometimes that means you don’t always get what you want, and that’s OK. It’s better to find a solution that works for both partners. It can’t always be your way, your not always right, and you don’t always have to have the right answer.Instead of staying the course and hoping for the best, it’s time you look at some new ways to improve your gay relationship. From the first date, preferences are set and rules begin to form, sometimes knowingly, other times not. Relationships are incredibly difficult to manage. This article was published on April 28th, 2015