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Proper communication, mutual respect, and healthy boundariesall of these things help ensure that yourrelationshipis solid.
Its paramount that both partners are on the same page as often as possible.
Especially regarding each othersin-laws.
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Just because you argue doesnt necessarily mean theres anything wrong… so long as the fights are civil.
Its vital to remember that youre on the same team.
But any successful relationship requires a give-and-take mentality, as well as trust, honesty, and transparency.
In short, you shouldnt make decisions that will directly affect your partner without first consulting your partner.
Or at least giving them some sort of heads up.
Its not that inviting someone else along on the trip is a bad idea.
Its the fact that all of it is done behind the veil of secrecy.
The question is, why?
Its very helpful to know how to navigate the so-called post-argument hangover.
I recommend physical touch in the form of a hug or a 6-second kiss.
The reason for this is co-regulation, she explained to us in an earlier interview.
This doesnt change all that much after we grow up.
Meanwhile, As adults, co-regulation is very powerful and something we can use to our advantage.
Privacy and secrecy are two very different things.
For instance, you could talk about how being left out of the loop makes you feel disrespected.
you might then promise each other to communicate more openly and frequently, no matter the topic.
Theres nothing wrong with having a bit of privacy in your life.
give a shot to see things from their perspective.
A bit of extra empathy and communication never goes amiss!
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