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New Relationship Advice: 16 Tips for New Couples

Last Updated on: March 12, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Have you just changed your relationship status from being single to in a relationship? That’s awesome; welcome to the club!

Now, being in a relationship is a little bit tricky- exciting yet terrifying. A lot of adjustments have to be made, especially if you’ve been single for quite a long time or if it’s your first time to engage in a romantic relationship. However, don’t worry too much. First, be proud for taking the courage to welcome that person into your life. Now, to keep your journey as a couple worthwhile, there are some things you need to keep in mind.

Here are some relationship advice and tips for new couples like you.

12 Signs You’re Losing Yourself in a Relationship

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Sometimes, when you’re committed to your partner, it’s hard to know if you’re starting to lose yourself in the relationship. You might not even realize you’re starting to forget what or who you were before the relationship started. Worse, even if your friends already tell you that you’re not being yourself anymore, you refuse to admit the truth.

It’s about time that you do some introspection. Here are some signs that you’re indeed losing yourself in a relationship:

10 Ways to Stay Independent in a Relationship

Last Updated on: March 19, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Are you one of those strong and independent women who are afraid to commit to a relationship because they think they can’t have a good relationship while staying independent? Then, you’re wrong. You can actually be an independent woman and a great girlfriend at the same time. The key is balance. In fact, staying independent while in a relationship is one of the secrets of maintaining a healthy relationship.

Here are some ways for you to stay independent in a relationship.

8 Ways to Make Your Boyfriend Realize Your Importance

Last Updated on: September 28, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

Does your boyfriend start ignoring your texts or calls? Does he no longer greet you during special events? Does he no longer appreciate your time and efforts? Or, does he no longer listen to you? These are just some of the signs that your boyfriend stops seeing your importance as his girlfriend. Every woman knows …

14 Characteristics of a Healthy Relationship

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Charm Villalon

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Being in a relationship can either break or make a person. Sometimes, you don’t realize that you are holding onto a toxic relationship or that you are already hurting yourself, or your partner, by just trying to make it work. What’s worse is, staying in this kind of situation does not only affect you emotionally but can also influence how you live your life.

That is why it is important to know if the relationship is good for you or not – but how will you know if you’re in a healthy relationship or in the complete opposite? Here are 14 characteristics of a healthy relationship you should know to figure it out.

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20 Qualities of Relationships that Last

Last Updated on: January 15, 2022 by Charm Villalon

You don’t find a happy and long-lasting relationship – you create one. Many couples don’t realize this because they are too occupied with the thoughts of finding perfection in an obviously imperfect world. Instead of spending their energy on finding ways to make their relationship last, they tend to focus on the burden of trying …

11 Tips on How to Stop being a Possessive Friend

Last Updated on: March 15, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

Do you get jealous when your friend hangs out with his or her other friends? Do you not want your best friend to meet new people? Do you want yourself to be his or her priority? Or, do you always tell your friend what he or she should do? If yes, you are being a …

11 Ways to Make Your Boyfriend Smile When He’s Mad at You

Last Updated on: September 24, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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While people always say that in a relationship, women are the ones who easily get mad at men, that’s not always the case, and it depends on the situation. For instance, did you not answer your boyfriend’s calls while you were out with your friends? Did you keep talking about your ex/es? Did you fail to show up on your date? Or, did you underestimate the things that he loves doing, like his favorite video game? These are just some of the possible reasons that your boyfriend gets mad at you.

Now, if you know that you’re the one at fault, how will you make it up to him? How will you make your boyfriend smile when he’s mad at you? Here are some of the ways to make him stop being mad at you:

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11 Tips to be Yourself in a Relationship

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Are you head over heels in love with your boyfriend or girlfriend? That’s totally fine; we all know how great it feels to be in love and to have someone you can call your partner. The problem only comes in when you feel like you’re starting to lose yourself while being in a relationship with him or her. Remember that a healthy relationship means you are happy with your partner, and you still get to be the same person- no guilt, no lies, and no pretensions.

Here are some tips for you to be yourself while you’re in a relationship:

17 Clear Signs that He’s Really Into You

Last Updated on: February 11, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Is he into you, or is he just playing around? Sometimes, it’s hard to tell whether a guy likes you or likes you back. You might even assign meaning to every word or action he does, hence making you overanalyze things. However, there are clear signs to know if he is indeed into you. See if the man you’re dating with or starting to date does these things for you:

1. He compliments you a lot.
Do you often hear him say how awesome you look or how your dress looks perfect on you? If he’s quick to give you a lot of compliments, he’s most likely into you. However, know whether or not he’s being sincere with those compliments. Remember that while you want him to be physically attracted to you, if he doesn’t see how smart and special you are, then maybe, all he wants is a fling.

8 Tips on How to Stop Being Possessive in a Relationship

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

Does hugging tight show being possessive in relationship? — *Photo by Gaelle Marcel*

One of the pitfalls of any relationship is when one or both partners have the tendency to be possessive. Well, this behavior can be due to a variety of factors, ranging from individual insecurities to previously experienced traumas, or even due to innate character flaws that were not properly addressed. It can be difficult to handle a relationship when one tends to get easily jealous because when this starts to kick in, various aspects are touched –including respect, trust, confidence, and the motivation to continue as a couple.

But how do you stop being possessive when in a relationship? Here are some tips to help keep you in perspective:

How to Make a Relationship Work When You are Opposites

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

opposite couple holding hands — *Photo by Redd Angelo*

According to a popular cliché, opposites attract. Sure, they do, because in terms of qualities these ends of the spectrum complement each other. But attraction is different from long-term bonding. You may be totally attracted to a person who’s the opposite of your qualities and attitudes and this person feels the same way too, but how long do you think will the attraction last?

Among the ways you can do to make your relationship work despite being polar opposites are:

12 Ways to Support Each Other in a Relationship

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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How’s your partner doing? Do you always ask your boyfriend or girlfriend how his or her day went? Do you treat him or her to dinner when your partner is feeling stressed at work? Are you always there for him or her especially during dark days?

Supporting each other is essential in a relationship. Your partner needs to know that he or she has a pillar of support especially when life gets really harder. Here are some ways for you to show your support to each other:

16 Struggles Only Third Wheels Will Understand

Last Updated on: March 23, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Do you often go out with your best friend and her bae and end up being the third wheel? Or, are you always told that you’re not going to be a third wheel but end up being one? You might have mastered the art of being the third wheel, but it can really be tough sometimes. These are some of the struggles that only certified third wheels will understand:

6 Reasons Why Respect is Important in a Relationship

Last Updated on: March 21, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

respect relationship couple — *Photo by Nathan Dumlao*

Why do two people choose to be in a relationship with each other? Of course, the most logical answer would be that they are in love and would want to try how it is like to live together as one. But as you continue to face life this time as a couple did you ever thought about other things, aside from love, that have become very important in keeping your bond intact?

Well, a lot of people coming from different backgrounds have been saying that it’s not only loving that’s essential in a relationship. Sure, it serves as the core building block of your bond, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be the only key element in making the relationship work. If you are to ask couples that have lasted for several decades already, they’d tell you another thing that must be present in a relationship:

10 Best Relationship Advice for Newlywed Couples

Last Updated on: February 26, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

newlywed couple — *Photo by Gianni Scognamiglio*

Have you recently gotten hitched? Did the two of you finally become a married couple after being engaged for a while? Well then, congratulations!

Entering the married life is like exploring a new world, as this time you’re living with someone whom you chose to be with for keeps. Of course, there’s a lot of adjustments that you will encounter, as you two will be getting to know each other in a much deeper and a more intimate level. While you are sure with your feelings, it is also normal that you feel a myriad of emotions as the days pass by.

Don’t worry about it, though. It does take time to adjust and get used to the married life, and if you need some tips on how to deal with it, here are some best relationship advice for newlywed couples that you should know.

8 Relationship Advice Newly Engaged Couples Must Know

Last Updated on: February 26, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

newly engaged couple — *Photo by Scott Webb*

Have you and your partner just decided to get married? Congratulations and best wishes, then! It’s only a matter of time before you two finally settle down and tie the knot, and most importantly, start a new life as a married couple.

But while you have just gotten engaged, mind you, there is still a lot of work to do before you actually walk down the aisle. In fact, the engagement can sometimes be the most difficult period a couple goes through before marriage, because this is the time when you prepare not just for the wedding itself, but the reality of married life.

So how do you deal with being an engaged couple? Here 8 relationship advice for newly engaged couples that you must know:

14 Simple Secrets of a Happy Couple

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Charm Villalon

happy couple secrets — *Photo by Christiana Rivers*

Happiness in a relationship doesn’t always come easy but there are just rare and special circumstances where two people effortlessly make it work – and it’s not because they’re soulmates and they think that they’re destined for each other. In fact, most of the time, it’s the opposite.

The happiest couples in the world are made up of two people, strengthened in a union in which one complements what the other lacks; a partnership composed of different and dissimilar traits that perfectly fit like unique pieces of a puzzle.

It may sound too good to be true, but this article will help you understand this concept of such beautiful irony in love. If you want to know how happy couples find and maintain happiness in their relationship, this list is for you.

Here are the simple secrets of a happy couple that you should learn from:

What Makes a Relationship Successful?

Last Updated on: February 24, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

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What makes a relationship successful? That’s the question most people today are asking, both those who are single and those currently with romantic partners. This is because these days, you never know which couple would last and who would break up after a day or two. There are couples who were thought to be strong and bound to be for keeps but end up leading separate lives after all the years they’ve spent together. You wouldn’t want to experience the same fate, right?

In case you are wondering, then here are the things that make a relationship successful and yes, you can do these things too:

10 Ways to Be More Romantic to Your Girlfriend

Last Updated on: August 27, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

Romance always makes any relationship much sweeter, and yes, it pays a lot when you are a sweet boyfriend. Girls, no matter how mature they are, fall in love with men who know a thing or two about romance, even if this doesn’t come naturally for most guys. But being romantic is a skill that …

10 Ways to Get Out of an Unhealthy Relationship

Last Updated on: February 5, 2022 by Airyl Marie Dadula

Are you in an unhealthy relationship right now: the kind that’s full of fights, misunderstandings, and even violence? If you’ve gone through trial and error to fix it but still end up being frustrated and emotionally exhausted, then maybe it’s time for you to get out of that unhappy and unhealthy relationship. If you don’t …

11 Ways to Spend More Quality Time with Your Partner

Last Updated on: February 28, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Do you get to see your partner all the time? Or, do you only see each other once in a while? Whatever the case is, it’s essential to spend quality time with your partner to strengthen your bond, keep the love alive, as well as make the relationship itself grow.

Here are some ways to make sure that you are spending enough quality time with your partner:

9 Struggles Only Couples in a Long Distance Relationship Will Understand

Last Updated on: November 7, 2021 by Carisha Yabora

Every long-distance relationship knows that the distance comes with a price. If normal couples face struggles every day in their relationship then what more for people who are a thousand miles apart? These struggles, whether they be big or small, are normal and should be dealt with maturely and effectively. Problems only arise whenever these …

10 Clear Signs Your Relationship Will Last

Last Updated on: February 24, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

relationship that last — *Photo by Nathália Bariani*

We all hope that the relationship that we’re currently in is the one for keeps, but unfortunately, only a few truly last a lifetime. Even couples whom we thought to be perfect tend to experience serious problems and break up after some time, while those who seemed to be just taking things easy end up the longest later on. But how does one exactly know that a relationship will last? Are there clear signs that a relationship will last a lifetime or even forever?

You may want to look for these indicators one of these days:

10 Must-Know Relationship Advice for Couples

Last Updated on: March 17, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

Being in a relationship is not always easy. It’s fun, yes, but at the same time, it has a lot of bumps and roadblocks that you and your partner need to overcome. But hey, this doesn’t mean that when you’re in a relationship, all you have to deal with is the pain and suffering; in …

10 Important Relationship Advice for Women

Last Updated on: February 24, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

Men and women look at relationships differently. For men, the dust settles once the relationship has started, but for women, they first have to overcome the phase of fluctuating emotions brought by the romantic aspect of the setup, and it takes time for them to see and feel the realities of being in a relationship. …

10 Relationship Tips for Couples Facing Tough Situations

Last Updated on: February 14, 2021 by Fae Marie Esperas

Couple holding tough situation — *Photo by Edgar Chaparro*

Relationships are not always laced with sugar and everything nice. There are times when they are not only spiced up but also come with heavily bitter aftertastes. This is normal though, as in any relationship, challenges and conflicts are expected to arise. They’re not going to be totally eliminated, but the key here is for the couple to learn how to manage them.

So what can couples do to keep their relationship intact especially when the going gets tough? Here are 10 tips to keep in mind:

10 Tips on How to Fix a Toxic Relationship

Last Updated on: February 17, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

saving toxic relationship — *Photo by Sebastian Pichler*

Have you ever been in a relationship wherein, not a day passes by without you two fighting even about the pettiest of things? Does your partner cancel your date just because you’re five-minute late? Does a simple hello to an old friend cause jealousy and endless fights? Or, do you end up fighting over a photo of an ex? These may be signs that you’re in a toxic relationship with your partner.

A toxic relationship can cost a lot of your energy, time, and emotions. It can even lead to losing yourself in the process, so it’s important to address the problem as soon as you can.

Here are some tips on how to fix a toxic relationship.

11 Ways to Trust Your Boyfriend

Last Updated on: February 27, 2021 by Airyl Marie Dadula

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Are you the clingy type of girlfriend but still allow your man to meet new people, girls and boys? Or, are you the type of girlfriend who says you trust your boyfriend but actually don’t?

Lack of trust, or the absence of it, can limit your partner’s actions. It’s detrimental to the extent that your boyfriend is not being himself anymore just to please you and gain your trust. Worst, the absence of trust can lead you and your boyfriend parting each other’s ways.

So, how do you show your trust in your boyfriend? Here are some ways for you to build trust in your relationship. These are also secrets to a happy and healthy relationship.

6 Common Long Distance Relationship Problems and their Solutions

Last Updated on: October 17, 2021 by Carisha Yabora

Photo by AnthonyEvery person at one point in their lives will be able to experience a long-distance relationship but if you are one of the few people who won’t then you are lucky! It is obviously not easy being in a relationship, let alone a long-distance one where you and your partner are a thousand …