Needs and wants in a relationship

This simple script will help you navigate tough conversations, name your needs clearly, and plan for how to say what you want to say.

Communication is the most important skill for a successful relationship. Here's how to communicate effectively so you can get what you want and have a healthy love life.

What you want in a relationship might not be what you actually need, but if you ask yourself these deep questions you'll have more of an idea of what (and who) you should look for in life and love.

7 things that kill relationships

I learned that what will make a relationship truly succeed is adapting to each other’s needs and wants. There’s a beautiful give-and-take in healthy relationships. You learn to understand and support your partner’s needs, while they do the same for you. The ability to be vulnerable and communicate with the intent to understand is crucial. There is no room for “this is just the way I am”. In a relationship, you learn to understand each other’s needs and triggers, actively trying not to hur...

helen marie | therapist PGDip MPH BSc (Hons) MBACP on Instagram: "On relationships 🤍 Relationships are a two way process. We are relational beings & need others to best thrive yet they can also be deeply tricky & messy at times. This checklist acts as a guide for what works, what may need some gentle reviewing & also as a self checklist for work you may need to bring to the relationship too 🌱 If you are interested in more resources on relationships then I would recommend the…

Your well-being matters in dating Navigating the path to a great connection requires more than just your desire to have a relationship—it demands introspection and honesty. Here are 5 pivotal questions to guide your journey in relationship and personal well-being. ✨ 1. Dive deep into your core values—what do you truly NEED from a partner beyond the surface wants? 2. Assess the balance—Is the effort in your relationship reciprocated equally? Mutual investment is non-negotiable. 3. Evaluat...

I learned that what will make a relationship truly succeed is adapting to each other’s needs and wants. There’s a beautiful give-and-take in healthy relationships. You learn to understand and support your partner’s needs, while they do the same for you. The ability to be vulnerable and communicate with the intent to understand is crucial. There is no room for “this is just the way I am”. In a relationship, you learn to understand each other’s needs and triggers, actively trying not to hur...

I learned that what will make a relationship truly succeed is adapting to each other’s needs and wants. There’s a beautiful give-and-take in healthy relationships. You learn to understand and support your partner’s needs, while they do the same for you. The ability to be vulnerable and communicate with the intent to understand is crucial. There is no room for “this is just the way I am”. In a relationship, you learn to understand each other’s needs and triggers, actively trying not to hur...