Sometimes it is easier to criticize and find fault, rather than recognize positive qualities about the special person in your life. Expressing fondness, encouragement, admiration, and appreciation toward each other – often in small and unexpected ways – goes a long way in maintaining strong couple relationships.
Good relationships are more easily maintained when there are five positive interactions for every one negative interaction. This 5:1 ratio helps keep a relationship out of trouble over time.
To learn more about making your relationship stronger, check out the KSRE resource CoupleTALK: Enhancing Your Relationships.
By: Nora Rhoades