If you’ve not set these 9 relationship goals with your S.O., your relationship is not close enough

Last Updated on 2016-05-20 , 11:28 am

Having a relationship that’s real is more than Instagram updates on where you’re eating and Facebook posts on how you’ve survived another year together. Its takes work, and the realization that you’re with the person you love and can’t bear to be without. The two of you should also have relationship goals in place.

Which is exactly why these 10 goals matter.

Getting Along with the In Laws
You should love each other enough to be able to tolerate your future in-laws. Talking badly about them only hurts your partner in the process.

Feeling Comfortable in Your Own Skin
You don’t feel like you have to slap on your aftershave every time you’re out of the shower. She’s comfortable in a tank top and her favourite pair of jeans when she’s out for a movie with you.

Travelling Together Minus the Bickering
The two of you know how to plan your day out together, and don’t get frustrated by any impromptu changes. It might seem like a small thing to talk about, but yes, it is a big deal!

Unconditional Love
Trusting another person doesn’t happen overnight. When you learn to let go in a relationship, you’ve reached the point of unconditional love.

Being Best Buddies
It’s important to stay romantic between the two of you, but friendship is just as vital. I’m talking about late night lattes with deep, deep conversations of life. And sharing a part of yourself with her.

Maturing in Love
Relationships change as they go. Adjust and realign yourself to match your partner’s. If you’ve got this in the bag, your relationship is rock solid.

Your Futures Together
It might feel like a long shot right now, but talk about where the relationship is heading. Are you planning on moving in together first, or is marriage on the top of your head?

Crystal Clear Communication
Don’t send subtle hints if you want something a certain way. Say it out loud. Both of you get what you want at the end. A good understanding about what’s going on in your heads!

Make Your Relationship Last
Yes, it’s scary when you think about the hard work that goes into making a relationship work. But if he’s worth it, throw caution into the wind and your heart at him.

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