Are you wondering how to build a love that will last? Have you had your heart broken in the past, but would like to make things better next time? Do you have a good idea about how to build a strong relationship? If you want a love that will last, the time to start thinking about it is long before you find a new relationship.
Be happy with yourself.
It might be a cliché, but there is a definite truth behind it. I'm talking about the tenet that you are not ready for someone to love you until you love yourself. The time for building your own self-esteem is when you are still single.
Go ahead and make the most of life when you don't have anyone to lean on. Pursue your biggest enthusiasms, and stay as active as possible. This will make you more interesting and more confident, as well as happier overall.
When you meet someone, really learn each other.
By the time you do meet a new guy, you can only build a love that will last if you really take your time. You will be trusting to blind luck, and working against the odds, if you try to jump into a serious relationship too quickly. You need to get to know him, and then be ruthless about deciding if he's really the one.
Resist the urge to get into a commitment just in order to NOT be alone. Settling will not make you happy in the long run. If you learn to be happy by yourself first, you won't be tempted to take less in a man.
Be playful.
This advice might not seem relevant, but it is important. This applies both to your single self and your dating self. Playfulness is a crucial element in a good attitude.
Being playful will make you happy when you are alone, and make you more attractive when you meet a guy. It is actually the most salient characteristic of a good flirt. You can make a man feel more comfortable and more excited at the same time, and that is a good foundation for a love that will last.
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This article is contributed by Tina Jones from the Unforgettable Woman Publishing Team. She works together with founder Alexandra Fox and writes dating/relationship articles for women. You can find more about Unforgettable Woman Publishing by visiting their website.
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