Things intentional dating requires awareness of
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- Needs, wants and boundaries are important to be aware of in intentional dating. Here are a few tips to know.
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The intent of a person in a relationship determines if they are healthy for us. A happy, healthy and fulfilling relationship demands a lot of understanding. Loyalty, honest communication and knowing how to handle conflicts. "So many people enter the dating world with the plan of just trying out different things to see what sticks, or with no plan at all," wrote Therapist Elizabeth Fedrick as she noted down the things that we should be aware of when we want a happy relationship.(Unsplash)
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Needs are important to be discussed in the beginning of the relationship. Some needs can be fulfilled by us, while for some, we need our partner's help. (Unsplash)
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Some needs are also non-negotiable, and we should be able to address the same to the partner. (Unsplash)
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The wants and expectations we have from the other person in the relationship should also be communicated clearly. (Unsplash)
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The likes and favours we have and the things that would be nice to have, are also important in a relationship. (Unsplash)
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Boundaries are meant to be respected at all times. We should make our partner aware of the boundaries we have. (Unsplash)
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