Relationship terminology is full of terms that either define or describe relationships. Although most of them are relating to love, some of them can also be applied to other emotions such as trust, admiration, and/or respect.
This is the case for steady, which defines an ongoing relationship based on trust. Or between individuals, the concept of a self-image built in relationships.
Relaxation refers to the feeling that comes when two people share something special together. For instance, attending the same sporting event or celebration together often happens by accident. But when it is done with care and dedication, it can create a more relaxed person and self-image.
This article will talk about several relationship vocabulary words that define or describe relationships. When reading through these words, keep in mind that they can also apply to individual relationships or couples alike.
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Helps define the relationship
Defining help means thinking about what help is not, and how a relationship can be limited to only that.
When a relationship becomes too dependent, or too much attention is being paid to one person, it becomes helpful. A helping partner lining up support and help can be nice at times, but it is not what true love is about.
True love doesn’t demand special attention or help in a relationship. It only asks for true love and the ability to leave when someone no longer meets your needs.
If you are in a relationship that feels like it needs help, it may be time to determine whether or not you want to be in this relationship. If the answer is yes, then it is time to define help so that the next person in your life knows they have to have this relationship before them.
Communicate commitment
When we talk about dating a lot, we often hear the word commitment. We hear it in the context of being with someone for a long time, being with them for their love and for their happiness, being with them until you make them happy, or they make you happy.
We use it as a synonym for being together until death do you parted, or as an encouragement to keep dating and finding love.
But what does it mean? And how can we use it in our relationships?
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Bullet point: When we talk about dating a lot, we also often talk about the concept of commitment. We say that being committed to something means that you are going to take something serious enough to take the time to get it right.
We often hear the word commitment in the context of being with someone for a long time, being with them for their love and for their happiness, being with them until you make them happy, or they make you happy.
Does not mean forever?
Does not mean forever does it? Not every relationship that is good or great at beginning stages should have a long-term commitment. You want to be in this relationship for a short time frame, right?
Even though this phrase is short, it can create confusion for both parties. Each person thinks they need to have a serious conversation about their feelings and commit to each other, but that isn’t always the case.
When two people aren’t ready to talk about their feelings, then holding off sex for a bit is okay? He or she won’t feel comfortable asking for what they want and needing to be in this relationship for me to give them what I want in order for them to trust me enough to let me into their body.
Doesn’t mean never, though. It only means that you need to take the timeouts after sex so that you can get dressed and out of the bedroom so you can go out with your friends.
Tips for staying steady
When it comes to a relationship, there are many things that make it different though it might not be a change for the better. There are some things that one partner does and one doesn’t.
For example, one person may spend money while the other doesn’t. One person enjoys sex while the other doesn’t. One person loves each other while another doesn’t.
There are many things that separate one person from another, and although it is not the same thing, one may still enjoy something else or someone else about another to stay steady in a relationship.
Some people only enjoy one type of sex and the other doesn’t so they can stay steady in a relationship by having only sex once a week for sex. Others like to spend money while others don’t but in a relationship, you must be serious about your bills.
Tell them you love them
Being loving means saying things that make them feel loved. If you love your partner enough to say “I’m proud of you for doing your best” or “I believe in you”, then they can trust you to help them get through a difficult period.
It also means being willing to stick with the relationship when things aren’t easy. When people break up or get married, people often worry about their future. People usually feel more comfortable in a relationship and are more willing to accept another person if they have experienced love.
When people experience stress in the relationship, they typically deal with it by leaving until things get better. When they don’t, it can cause feelings of insecurity or shame. These feelings can sometimes lead to changes in behavior, such as hiding what they’re doing or not feeling satisfied.
Be consistent with dates and time together
Show your partner you care by being consistent about dates and time spent together. If you love your partner but it’s been awhile since you saw them, make an effort to connect and meet up.
When we are out with others, we spend a lot of time looking over people’s shoulders to see if our loved one is present. This is similar to how we look over a room before inviting someone over.
We can be very busy people, and when we aren’t paying attention, someone else can get hurt. If you two are dating, buy yourself a nice phone case or case cover so that you can easily recognize each other in case of an emergency.
If you want to start living life without dying on the floor in a dead faint, then try going out with friends every day until they confide in you and then let them lead the way into your relationship with them.
Do not use the word forever until later in the relationship
At first, the two people in a relationship should decide what words mean, what situations mean, and how long things are. Once these words and situations are established, then you can start referring to relationships as steady.
Steadiness is a strong word. It implies that something will not change and is not susceptible to growth. When one person changes, it may be hard to trust that person to stay consistent in the long run.
When someone shows signs of growth, it can be hard to believe that they are ready for a relationship. It must be recognized that people cannot depend on each other for this reason.
The only time the word steady is appropriate is when people are settling issues or showing signs of growth.
Talk about future plans together
Surprising as it may seem, having a trusting, open conversation about future plans together can be one of the most impactful ways to move forward as a couple.
This happens more often than you think. A 2010 study found that nearly half of couples named talking about future plans together as a key item on their list of married goals.
And while it’s not exactly common to discuss future plans together when you’re still in your 20s, the percentage sky spires up significantly over the years. According to research from the University of Michigan, nearly half of people in their 30s and 40s are unaware that they have a plan to die together.
Why is this important? Growing apart physically and financially is one of the most common things people do before they divorce. With only a few things shared openly between two people, there’s a real risk that one or both will miss important milestones along the way.