Nowadays, relationships are very complicated and sometimes difficult to understand. I think the concept, "the grass may seem greener somewhere else if you are with the wrong person", may be true. When you look at it from a different perspective, you can be someone's perfect choice but very useless to another. Therefore, each one has the preferable qualities that he likes to see. Sometimes unwanted qualities emerge after a very long time.

Choosing someone you are physically attracted to is very good for short-term relationships. If you are attracted to a person physically, then one is likely to walk out of the relationship because of the changes that take time. The relationship may shake in sickness or health, aging, etc. Therefore, the most satisfying relationships are based on love and commitment. Love alone is not enough for a relationship to stay strong and for a long time. One needs to be committed, no matter what happens, in good and bad times. It is at this point that physical attraction is tested a great deal. I think physical attraction may play a part in choosing a partner. It is important to consider uncertainty. The idea is to keep on with the connection.

Choosing someone you are attracted to emotionally is essential. I find this very interesting if you consider how emotions can change. When someone; is subjected to pressure, the feelings change in different situations. Not everything in a relationship is positive. While in a problem, one has to take control of emotion; anger and fear may cause damage and can weaken relationships. Good communication in a relationship can improve intimacy, especially in conflict resolution (Galina, 2019).

It is important to choose someone with common interests. It involves friendship, enjoying each other company, sharing inspirations and hopes. There is no completion, and Trust is also the key. It is not only about fidelity, but also sharing in misfortune. There is no guarantee that relationships are always perfect; this is how the value of friendship comes in. One is supposed to be aware of ups and downs in relations.

There should be respect and appreciation for each other's strengths, abilities, and weaknesses. Respect is vital and means accepting each other no matter what happens (Denise, 2021). The choice of a person who is ready to open up when there is disagreement is essential. Since you share a lot with your partner, that does not mean there would not be any disagreement. Therefore, you have to feel safe enough to express yourself in the relationship. A sense of freedom should be encouraged (Stacey, 2019).

Couples should have a common direction. To have the same dreams and hopes means to be equal-minded. Ensures that you don’t become bored with each other. In addition to that, understanding each other is the key to a relationship because of differences in background, culture, languages, tribes, and race. It should be understood to avoid frustrations that may arise. The most important thing one can do to someone they love is giving them space. When this happens, then there is space for one to feel free to share their time with you. It is true love, and it may be compared to a flower. If you want a flower to flourish, you don’t pluck it, when you pluck it, it withers (Rebecca, 2014).

References

Galina, T. (2019). Essential Ingredients of healthy relationships. Retrieved from: https://mentalhealthmatch.com/articles/relationships/10-essential-ingredients-healthy-relationships

Denise, V. (2021). 5 Ingredients to a lasting relationship. Retrieved from: https://maed.co/5-ingredients-to-a-lasting-relationship-do-you-have-them/

Stacey, H. (2019). The magical ingredients to a lasting relationship. Retrieved from: https://psiloveyou.xyz/the-magical-ingredients-to-a-long-lasting-relationship-c2fe27236398

Rebecca, L. (2014). 7 Ingredients of a Healthy Relationship. Retrieved from: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/love-and-relationships_b_4368332