When you're in the dating circle, you become subject to all types of relationships. You see bad relationships and you see some good ones. How do you know what to avoid? Here are some tips to help you recognize the bad ones from the good ones before it's too late.

Tip 1 - Avoid the "Instant" Relationship

Instant relationships start with men that are dating simply for the fun of dating. He may spend countless hours with you in the beginning. Then the phone calls slow down or stop altogether. You call and call and he doesn't get back to you. You begin to believe he is seeing other women. Sadly, he may be doing just that.

Don't assume you are in a relationship with a man because you have dated him more than twice. Men can casually date indefinitely. If he is in the dating circle to simply date, then accept him for that fact. Recognize that he is simply having fun and move on.

Tip 2 - Avoid the "Persuasive" Relationship

Persuasive relationships are the relationships in which you must convince a man to commit to you. Men don't ponder relationships with women. They enjoy their women and let their internal emotions guide them through the experience. A man can't be persuaded that you are the woman of his dreams; he must feel it in his heart. It's a feeling in the pit of their stomach that sends signals to their brain. No matter how many words you use, you won't be able to trigger that signal with words of persuasion.

When you tell a man that he is better off doing this or that, you are telling him that he's not good enough for you in his current state. How would you feel if he told you that your values or lifestyle choices were wrong and you needed to fix them? If he needs to be convinced or change to be with you, move on.

Tip 3 - Avoid the "Special Friends" Relationship

Relationships that are classified as "special friends" are two people who are a bed partner...that's it and that's all. Many women get caught in this trap thinking that if she gives him outstanding sexual experiences, he will stay with her. The sad truth is he will come back to you but only to bed you. This type of relationship can be fun; but make no mistake... there is no future. He will continue the relationship with you until he finds a woman that gives him more than sex.

Successful relationships have a foundation built on open honest communication, the ability to have fun, and compatibility with the important values in life. Establish an emotional bond that encompasses trust and honesty and you will discover the love and power of a truly lasting relationship.