I have been thinking a lot about what makes up a perfect relationship, what is the formula. What truly makes a relationship work? I thought back on my own relationships and what I had in some and lacked in another. Each partner you have will obviously have different characteristics and different love languages. But, when you and your partner have The Big 3 in a relationship, that is when you know it is something special. Obviously, this goes without saying but, besides my big 3, a relationship should always have trust, respect, and loyalty. So, you can think back to the previous relationships in your life and see if you were missing any of the big 3, perhaps that is why it didn’t work out. If you want to see if your relationship has the big 3, then keep reading.
Passion
This one is definitely a big aspect of a relationship. Every single person craves that wild passion with their partner. Having a strong attraction physically, mentally, and spiritually is a huge factor in a long-lasting relationship. Obviously in the beginning “honeymoon phase” the passion is always stronger, but when it stays and continues for years that is special. Understandably, passion can come and go but when you have it, it sure is something that keeps a relationship full of fire and excitement. A bit of jealously and whirl-win romance will keep you engaged and in love.
Friendship
This one is something everyone hopes they will find. To quote Bridgerton, “To meet a beautiful woman is one thing, but to meet your best friend in the most beautiful of woman is something entirely apart.” I just really love that quote. When you find someone that you want to spend your life with, wouldn’t you want them to be your best friend. A best friend is someone you can joke around and be silly with, someone you can gossip with, and never get sick of. A friend will never judge you or make you feel embarrassed. Being super open and able to talk about absolutely anything with your partner is something rare and special.
Seriousness
I can’t really think of a better word for this, but I think seriousness is good enough. When in a relationship, as passionate and silly as you may be together, it is also important to be serious and compassionate towards each-other. Kind of like when the going gets tough, it’s important to know your partner will be there for you. Being able to discuss deep and serious issues with your partner shows you respect each-other and have a strong bond. Things can’t always be fun and games you should always be checking up on each other and be openly expressing you’re feeling and concerns.
There you have it, my big 3. These are all my own opinions through my own experiences. I have had some relationships with just one of these, and I have had relationships with two of these, and in my relationship now I have all three and I feel pretty special. Every relationship is different, but I think these 3 things are the recipe for a truly amazing relationship. I hope you have found someone you share the big 3 with or find them soon! Never settle for less than the best! Thanks for reading!
