All of us have some pre-set expectations when we enter arelationship. It is just human to expect any relationship to work. It is fairto expect companionship from our partners; we expect them to be there for us,talk to us, and listen when we talk. We expect to have fun together andmaintain the friendship we have. We want our partners to accept us for who weare and for how we look. It is fair to expect our relationships to provide asafe haven where we do not feel judged or rejected. It is a basic human need toexperience closeness to someone, to have a sense of belonging to someone else.To be loved!
Unfortunately, both parties in a relationship come into arelationship with their own set of expectations and these expectations aremostly based on their social background and even past experiences ofrelationships. It is obvious that problems and even conflict may arise whenthese expectations clash.
It is therefore imperative to communicate and discuss ourexpectations with our partners and to sort out which are reasonable and which arebased on personal issues. Communication can help us to compromise in order tomove forward with our relationships.
If we are not able to talk about different expectations,resentment and tension are sure to build up which may eventual ruin a beautifulrelationship.
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