{"id":16362,"date":"2023-07-23T10:09:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-23T04:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/?p=16362"},"modified":"2023-07-23T10:09:04","modified_gmt":"2023-07-23T04:39:04","slug":"things-about-love-youll-only-learn-from-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/reflections\/things-about-love-youll-only-learn-from-experience","title":{"rendered":"59 Relationship Lessons &#038; Honest Love Advice Only Experience Can Teach You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-you-wish-someone-could-give-you-a-book-with-all-the-advice-about-love-in-it-well-you-re-in-luck-here-are-59-things-you-need-to-know-about-love\">Don\u2019t you wish someone could give you a book with all the advice about love in it? Well, you\u2019re in luck. Here are 59 things you need to know about love.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your relationship was worth its weight, it would have brought something to the table by way of a lesson. Unfortunately for you, these lessons are often long, drawn-out, painful, and might make you think twice before embarking on your next love-related adventure. That\u2019s why you need our love advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So why do people continue the search for love everlasting? Through our trials and lessons learned along the way, we hope to put our experience to good use and find the right person who won&#8217;t burn us in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Most important advice about love you&#8217;ll learn from experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people believe we can only stamp our approval on a past relationship if we&#8217;ve learned something in the process. Below is a list of 59 things you&#8217;ll only ever learn and believe from living it out yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Once a cheater&#8230;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s an old saying that goes: Once a cheater, always a cheater. This is one painful lesson you&#8217;ll likely only learn from experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why? Unfortunately, every girl fancies herself the superwoman, thinking she can be the one to tame the wild horse from his bad-boy ways. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/broken-heart\/how-to-get-over-someone-cheating-on-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">36 healing secrets to get over being cheated on quickly &amp; not fall apart<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Having a mate will not fix all of your problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While suffering from depression or a simple case of the life blues, some people tend to get the mentality that if they could just be in a relationship, their entire life would be better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in a relationship, it doesn&#8217;t mean everything that bothered you about your life before will magically disappear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Puppy love doesn&#8217;t last<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is something most people learn in their teenage years. However, it&#8217;s only with maturity that you decipher that the lack of butterflies for your partner isn&#8217;t bad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It simply means you&#8217;ve moved past an emotionally immature portion of your relationship to something more stable and refreshing. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/sweet-love\/puppy-love-to-real-love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Puppy love &#8211; what it means, stages, 37 signs &amp; ways to turn it into true love<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. You deserve better than an abusive partner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how badly you want a relationship to work, you&#8217;ll never have success if you put the fate of your relationship above all of your other problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ignoring serious issues such as spousal abuse, drug or alcohol addiction, or mental issues will only damage both parties in the end and you&#8217;ll be no closer to being happy. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/relationships\/abusive-relationship-signs-of-a-devious-lover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16 signs of an abusive relationship<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Rebounds suck, but they&#8217;re necessary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although this sounds a bit harsh, dating someone before you&#8217;re ready to is sometimes necessary to move on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are people you date for fun, there are serious relationships, and then there are those people you date in between, to get you ready for your next great love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Just because you love someone doesn&#8217;t mean it will work out&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how hard you try or how fiercely you love, sometimes you simply have to admit defeat in a relationship. This is an incredibly hard thing to face, especially if you still have feelings for someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Don&#8217;t be afraid to be the one who loves the most<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, people think that loving someone too much is a weakness. But love is NEVER a weakness, only hate and fear are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, never be afraid to love people \u2013 even if you love them more than they love you. It shows that you are a more loving, mature person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Love isn&#8217;t fair, and that&#8217;s what makes it so beautiful<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because we love someone doesn\u2019t guarantee that they will love us back. While that is a sad reality, it\u2019s just life. And love isn\u2019t always fair.&nbsp;[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/flirting-flings\/dating-game\/types-of-relationships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Types of relationships &#8211; 26 ways to define your love life<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While that is hurtful at times, it can also be a very beautiful thing. To love with no expectations is truly unconditional love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Love is not happiness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone wants to be happy \u2013 it\u2019s just a natural human urge. But if you think that love equals happiness, then you\u2019re wrong.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, love can be a very important part of why you are happy, but it\u2019s not the only thing. It\u2019s more like the cherry on top \u2013 it makes life sweeter. This is a very important piece of love advice. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/work-and-office\/happy-things-to-have-a-happy-life\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">70 true secrets to happiness to have a happy life and enjoy everything you do<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Do you want to be right or do you want to be happy?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because you&#8217;re right, doesn&#8217;t mean you need to say it or fight to prove your point every single time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, all you will do is end up aggravating your partner. It doesn&#8217;t exactly make for a comfortable living situation when you&#8217;re touting your hat as the one who never does any wrong. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/sweet-love\/8-ways-to-avoid-the-awkward-tension-after-an-argument\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ways to avoid the post-argument tension<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Life isn&#8217;t all about you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There comes a point in a serious relationship where you realize that there is a bigger picture in life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you realized this out of a trauma in your life, an illness, or just plain maturity that comes with age, it&#8217;s a liberating feeling to know that real love means putting your partner above yourself, granted they would do the same for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. But sometimes it has to be about you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if your partner is not treating you well, then you will eventually learn that your emotional and physical well-being is more important than any happiness you could get from a relationship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With time, you realize that you are worth more than being walked on or made to feel bad about yourself on a daily basis. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/relationships\/reasons-to-love-yourself-before-falling-in-love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Love yourself first- where people go wrong, 36 whys, and how to do this right<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Love does not keep score<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s way too easy to keep a mental score of what you give to the relationship and what your partner does. But when you do that, it could create resentment if you find that you are giving more than you are receiving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>True love doesn\u2019t do that. Instead, when you truly love someone, you accept them for who they are and love them despite their flaws. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/how-to-make-a-relationship-last\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to make a relationship last &#8211; 25 rules of love that you can&#8217;t ignore<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Love is learned<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone grows up with their own model of what love is \u2013 mostly from their parents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if someone grew up in an abusive household, they may think that is what \u201clove\u201d looks like because they learned that as a child. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/flirting-flings\/dating-game\/types-of-relationships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">23 relationships we all go through<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, if a child grew up witnessing unconditional love, then they learn that that really&nbsp;<em>is<\/em>&nbsp;what love is. We learn what love is from our experiences in life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Life goes on, post-breakup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are in the midst of a breakup and you&#8217;re still reeling from the pain and shock of it all, then all the people telling you it&#8217;ll get better and you&#8217;ll meet someone else just isn&#8217;t going to cut it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But life truly does go on after a breakup. Not only will you likely find someone better in the process, but you\u2019ll also find yourself. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/your-ex\/what-should-you-do-after-a-break-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do after a breakup to feel better immediately<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Never have a \u201ctype\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might think you have a type, a particular look or personality that you feel is a suitable match, but love will teach you that it has its own selection process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s also true that by having a specific &#8220;type,&#8221; you&#8217;re pushing aside people who may be a great match for you. The best love advice? Don&#8217;t have a type. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/women\/dating-men-tips-for-women\/reasons-your-ideal-man-wish-list-isnt-working-for-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reasons your ideal partner wish list isn&#8217;t working for you<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Love is tough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget the romance movies with their rose-tinted glasses approach to the whole question of love. Unfortunately, the real world doesn&#8217;t operate that way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you fall in love with someone, you create a dependence that involves a lot of sacrifice and compromise. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/your-ex\/15-lessons-you-can-learn-from-your-own-break-ups\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 lessons you can learn from your breakups<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Love thyself<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything you know about yourself will be turned on its head, twisted, opposed, and subjected to a torrent of emotional bewilderment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your emotional state will be more brittle and vulnerable than you ever could have imagined. And this, in turn, will teach you a lesson about yourself that you would never have otherwise experienced. [Read:&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/flirting-flings\/dating-game\/signs-of-falling-in-love-to-watch-out\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19 sure signs you&#8217;re starting to fall in love with someone<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. When you know, you know<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What&#8217;s the one line that you hear in romance movies all the time? &#8220;How do I know if it&#8217;s true love?&#8221; And the answer is nearly always something along the lines of, &#8220;If it is, you&#8217;ll just know.&#8221; And that&#8217;s exactly it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Almost nothing is as important&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are truly head-over-heels in love, everything else, all those events and happenings that seemed of such world-shattering importance, suddenly kind of fade away into insignificance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you can think about is the object of your affection. It doesn&#8217;t matter how level-headed a person you are.&nbsp;[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/love-vs-in-love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Love vs. in love &#8211; what makes them so different &amp; yet so familiar?<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how practical or down to earth, your confidence in your ability to remain so in the face of any emotion will be sorely put to the test by the experience of being in love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. The most simple act of love is making and keeping a promise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the saying goes:&nbsp;talk is cheap. In other words, it\u2019s easy to say you\u2019re going to do something, but it\u2019s another thing to actually do it. And as the other saying goes:&nbsp;actions speak louder than words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is almost nothing more important in love than making and&nbsp;<em>keeping<\/em>&nbsp;your promises. Don\u2019t just say you\u2019ll do something and not do it. If you don\u2019t think you can follow through, then don\u2019t commit to it. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/sweet-love\/what-does-love-feel-like\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What does love feel like? 24 feelings you can&#8217;t deny<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. You have an unlimited supply of love<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to what a lot of people think \u2013 love is not finite. It is infinite, and everyone has an endless supply. So, there is plenty to go around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because you love someone doesn\u2019t mean that you have less love to give someone else. Most parents love their children equally and don\u2019t divide it up between them so some get less and some get more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Love is all you need<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>More song titles to describe the point, as they do that so well, but when you are truly in love, you don&#8217;t need anything else. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You find that all your plans for money, career, or any other kind of advancement suddenly seem petty and childish. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/sweet-love\/small-gestures-that-show-love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most powerful, yet smallest, gestures that show love in a powerful way<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you want out of life is to get to spend it alongside the person who has, in a flash, turned your life upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. Kiss your pride goodbye<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t be prideful and be in love &#8211; the two just don&#8217;t go hand in hand.&nbsp;When you&#8217;re in love, all that you care about is the object of your desires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And things that you previously thought of as important in your character and the way people perceive you no longer matter in the slightest. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/better-life\/how-to-stop-being-selfish\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">20 Secrets to stop being selfish and ways to stop using and hurting others<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. Loneliness is never a good reason to be in a relationship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people hate to be alone and single. But just because you\u2019re lonely doesn\u2019t mean you should get into a relationship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Love yourself enough to be single and alone. If you don\u2019t, then you will never be a good partner in the right relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. It&#8217;s not what you fight about that kills your relationship, it&#8217;s how you fight about it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people don\u2019t like conflict. But it\u2019s not inherently bad. In fact, it can be quite healthy to have and work through conflict in an effective manner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But most people don\u2019t know how to do that. When you fight dirty, that ruins relationships and love.&nbsp;[Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/relationships\/how-to-resolve-conflict\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to resolve conflict &#8211; the 15 best ways to cut out the drama<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. Expect the unexpected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get ready for the unexpected. It can happen at any time, in any place, with the most unexpected of people, no matter how disciplined and controlled you like to think you are. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">28. Your attitude may change<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Does it annoy you when people talk with their mouths full? Does the way some people breathe when they sleep set your teeth on edge? Do you just hate it when people ask pointless questions? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, be prepared to have such dislikes swept aside because when your loved one commits any of these minor social crimes. You will suddenly find that your former pet peeves have transformed into the cutest and most adorable mannerisms that you&#8217;ve ever had the pleasure to witness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. Love is always the best medicine&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>And true love really is. This is a lesson that only the experience of true love can teach.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how bad your day has been, no matter how down or under the weather you feel, just one flash of a smile or a kind word from the one you love, and you&#8217;ll feel like you could take on the world again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that really is a beautiful thing. [Read:&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/signs-of-a-healthy-relationship\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 signs of a healthy relationship that keep couples happy and in love<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">30. You&#8217;ll have to compromise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the best love advice out there will serve you well but this one is key &#8211; know that you\u2019ll need to compromise occasionally. Of course, that doesn\u2019t mean all the time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should never simply let your new love have everything they want. But you need to put your own wants aside occasionally and meet in the middle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">31. Love will change you in some way<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter whether you fall in love ten times in your life or just once, the experience will change you every time. Not completely, but there will be small lessons you\u2019ll learn that change your outlook on life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might understand a weakness you had that\u2019s now a strength. Or, you might learn more about who you are in a relationship. Regardless of the lesson, accept it and value it.&nbsp;[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/10-types-of-love-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The types of love you&#8217;ll experience in your lifetime<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">32. It will bring you to your knees at least once<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This person will test you, push you, and make you wonder why you even bother. But there are lessons to be learned from all this emotional chaos. It won\u2019t last, and it shouldn\u2019t.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If something hurts you and never changes, even after a regular conversation, walk away. But always remember what it taught you. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/twin-flame-signs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twin flame or soulmate? 17 strong signs that clearly tell them apart<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">33. You can turn any moment into a romantic moment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This might sound silly because most people think a \u201cromantic moment\u201d happens on Valentine\u2019s Day with roses, wine, and a romantic dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But anything can be romantic. Even sitting together with a screaming baby in your arms can be romantic if you choose to see it that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">34. Love is not a feeling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people get love and infatuation confused with each other. That \u201chigh\u201d you get when you are infatuated and newly in love is a feeling \u2013 almost like a drug.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But that feeling wears off after a while. What you\u2019re left with is true love. True love is about choice and action \u2013 not necessarily feelings.&nbsp;[Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/signs-of-true-love-in-a-relationship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is true love? 58 sign and ways to tell if what you&#8217;re feeling is real<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">35. Your partner isn&#8217;t a mind reader<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are countless people out there who assume that their partner can read their mind. So, when they don\u2019t get what they want or need, they become frustrated and angry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem is, their partner has no clue why they&#8217;re acting that way. They have no idea because they\u2019re simply not a mind reader!&nbsp;[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/relationships\/how-to-communicate-in-a-relationship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to communicate in a relationship &#8211; 16 steps to a better love<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">36. No two relationships are ever the same<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Never look at someone else\u2019s relationship and compare it to yours. It\u2019s the biggest mistake you\u2019ll ever make. That\u2019s because there are no two relationships on this planet that are ever the same and there is no perfect relationship either.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone has their problems and peeves. Simply work with what you have and try to make it the best you can. If it doesn\u2019t work out, know that you did your best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">37. There is no perfect relationship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us get one thing straight, no one&#8217;s relationship is perfect. All those lovey-dovey couples you see on social media are just one-sided posts to the story. No couple is without flaws, fights, arguments, and mistakes.&nbsp;[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/long-term-relationship-advice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Long-term relationship advice and the best ways to transform your love life forever<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">38. As time goes by, your partner becomes less perfect and more human<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We go about entering into relationships thinking we found the perfect one for us. We find their little quirks and idiosyncrasies to be quite adorable, and at times, charming.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there is such a thing called the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/how-long-does-honeymoon-phase-last\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">honeymoon period<\/a> and as soon as it&#8217;s over, one would find these quirks to be less charming, and at times, downright irritating. Don&#8217;t forget this very important piece of love advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">39. Love is more about being complementary than it is about being compatible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of differences of opinion when it comes to whether opposites attract or if compatibility and similarity are key to a healthy, loving relationship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is, the complementary characteristics of the two of you can balance each other out and make you whole. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/relationship-questions-to-test-compatibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">50 relationship questions to test your compatibility<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">40. The best relationships require boundaries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because you love someone doesn\u2019t mean that you should give over your power, likes, and dislikes to the other person. Both of you need to have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/better-life\/how-to-set-personal-boundaries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personal boundaries.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is healthy because it commands respect between the two of you. And it shows self-love, which is key to love between two people as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">41. Your love becomes more &#8220;real\u201d&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different stages of love. When one enters the first stages of the relationship, it is a love that is &#8220;innocent&#8221; because the entire relationship is new.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As time goes by, you will see your partner as someone who is capable of making mistakes, making it a challenge to love them. Such is the challenge of love: it becomes less an ideal and more real. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">42. You become comfortable in each other&#8217;s silence&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the first few stages of your relationship, you want to know everything about the person. When you get deeper into the relationship, there is no such thing as an awkward silence. In fact, it is only comforting to have some quiet time together. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/sweet-love\/little-habits-that-bring-couples-closer-together\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Little habits that bring couples closer<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">43. There is nothing more eternal than true friendship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important piece of love advice is that a mature relationship means more than just romantic feelings toward each other. It also entails being friends. Love goes beyond romance because when it all comes right down to it, love is based on friendship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">44. Intimacy is always key<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Intimacy means more than just sex. Intimacy is a meeting of minds and ideas. Your shared intimacy is a reflection of who you are as a person and how you share it with your partner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It shows your compatibility in the end. Intimacy brings you closer to a deeper level that no words can truly define. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/intimate-things-every-couple-needs-to-indulge-in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unique ways to build intimacy with your partner<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">45. Go to bed angry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to what you may have been taught, just go to bed angry, sleep on the problem, and tackle it when you are both fresh and ready for battle the next day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be surprised at how quickly your problems will be resolved when you give each other time to think, breathe and get over it. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/marriage-advice-11-tips-for-a-happily-ever-after\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tips for a truly happy marriage<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">46. Trust, even if you don&#8217;t feel like it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You always have to trust your partner, no matter how difficult it may be. Trust is transcendent. It seeps into every aspect of your life and should not be reserved just for fidelity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, you have to trust that your partner is going to be loyal, but you also have to trust yourself to be able to handle everything that gets thrown your way. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/flirting-flings\/naughty-affairs\/9-practical-ways-to-rebuild-trust-after-youve-cheated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Practical ways to rebuild trust in your relationship<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">47. Embrace gratitude<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Embrace gratitude and just be thankful for all that you have. Once you realize that you have so much, you will be happy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop chasing after materialistic things and stop comparing yourself to others. The thing you have to remember is that no matter how much money you have, it will never be enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">48. Learn to speak up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As much as you love your spouse, it is your life too. You have a say in everything that happens.&nbsp;[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/signs-youre-not-being-heard-and-7-ways-to-fix-it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Signs you&#8217;re not being heard, and ways to fix it<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From what color the kitchen should be to where you see yourselves in 20 years, always remember that you have a say in every aspect of your life together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">49. Stop worrying about what others think<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is your life to live and no matter how unhappy it makes someone else, stand your ground and do whatever it takes to carve out the best life for you and your partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop stressing about what people are going to think or say if you get married, have your first kid, have your fifth kid, buy a second home, adopt a potbellied pig, and so on. [Read:&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/reflections\/justifying-your-life-choices-should-you-worry-about-it\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why you shouldn&#8217;t worry about justifying your life choices<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">50. Don&#8217;t strive to change your partner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that people change, but they do not change much. Do not work hard to change your partner. They have spent years turning into the person they are today, and the same can be said for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not make it your mission to mold your partner into the so-called ideal person, because there is no such thing as perfection. They are human just like you and are bound to make mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">51. Love requires vulnerability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Love requires emotional intimacy and sharing of each other\u2019s feelings and thoughts. And in order to do that, you have to be vulnerable.&nbsp;This is a huge piece of love advice. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/how-to-be-vulnerable-in-a-relationship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to be vulnerable in a relationship, open up, and 28 secrets to grow closer<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you put up walls to protect yourself, then you are shutting your partner out of your heart. That\u2019s why you both need to be vulnerable with one another to build that emotional intimacy. Intimacy is the foundation of love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">52. There&#8217;s no magic recipe or formula for true love<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wouldn\u2019t it be great if someone could hand us a rulebook for love? All we would have to do is follow the advice and things would work out perfectly and smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there is no magic recipe or formula for true love. In fact, it looks different for each couple. What is perfect for one partnership isn\u2019t perfect for another one. [Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/romantic-love\/10-ways-to-love-more-and-hurt-less-in-love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ways to love more and hurt less in love<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">53. Never hold back a compliment, and always think twice before criticizing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Criticism is like poison to love. Sure, there will always be something about our partners that annoys us \u2013 it\u2019s inevitable. But pointing it out in anger will do love no good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, focus on giving compliments to your partner. That\u2019s what love does \u2013 it brings people up and makes them feel good. In contrast, criticism is a form of hate that only brings people down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">54. Forgive people quickly and often<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people think that if you forgive someone that you are condoning what they did. But that\u2019s not true. Forgiving is also about releasing negativity for yourself.&nbsp;[Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/relationships\/should-you-forgive-and-forget\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to forgive and forget &#8211; 24 thoughts to decide on the right step<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Buddha once said, \u201cHolding on to resentment is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.\u201d It\u2019s true. You have to release negativity in the form of forgiveness for love to flourish. This is a very important piece of love advice you should never forget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">55. It&#8217;s the hardest times that make the best memories and creates longest-lasting bonds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As we all know, life is not a fairy tale. It would be great if it was, but the truth is, most people go through hard times. And that includes couples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most relationships have their peaks and valleys. And while the valleys are not fun, they do create memories and can also make the deepest, longest-lasting bonds between two people.&nbsp;[Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/love-couch\/better-love\/emotional-connection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emotional connection &#8211; 38 signs, secrets, and ways to build a real bond<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">56. Don&#8217;t forget to dance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone loves to dance, but there is a certain amount of joy and happiness that comes when you do it.&nbsp;Music and dancing with the one you love will keep love alive. It creates happy emotions, so don\u2019t forget to dance \u2013 whether it\u2019s in the rain or in your living room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">57. Love knows no race, gender, age, or religion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another big piece of love advice. 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So, don\u2019t get the two of them confused. [Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/sensual-tease\/sizzle\/initiate-intimate-sex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">17 most intimate sex positions and tips to feel romantic while making love<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">59. Try not to linger on the past<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the saying goes \u2013 the past is the past, so let it stay there. You can\u2019t go back in time and change it. What\u2019s done is done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, all you can do is look to the future. If mistakes happened in the past, just do better in the future. Concentrate on making tomorrow better than yesterday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[Read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovepanky.com\/my-life\/relationships\/signs-youre-being-selfish-in-the-relationship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Signs you&#8217;re being selfish by trying to change your partner<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Although the subject of love has been the focus of poems, books, and songs since the first humans made eyes at each other, there can never be a replacement for the love advice you learn from your own experiences.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t you wish someone could give you a book with all the advice about love in it? Well, you\u2019re in luck. 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