4 Key Lessons To Take Away When A Relationship Fails

Many of us have been in a relationship, and perhaps multiple relationships. Some have been more fleeting than others, but usually one or two have left a significant mark. Every relationship brings in different, unique experiences. No matter how the union ended, and what all went on between you two, there are lessons to be pulled from each of these experiences. Here are 4 takeaways from failed relationships that can help you shape a better romantic future:

1. Set Standards

We can often walk into love blindly and let little unhappinesses slide. It's hard to be assertive when you're head over heels. If you want your man to do certain things like open the door, pick up the cheque or even listen to you or speak to you with respect and esteem, you need to lay out your expectations from the beginning. 2. Pick Your Battles Not every dirty dish left in the sink is worth a screaming match and your partner is probably not leaving his used towels on the bathroom floor just to irritate you. Sometimes we have to hold back the anger that we feel and spare ourselves an argument just to keep our relationships from tearing at the seams. Letting the small things go is hard, but vital. 3. Don't Let Romance Fizzle There is nothing better than a night-in with Netflix, popcorn and sweatpants. But getting too comfortable can lead to a decline in romance, desire and attraction. Always include a date night in your routine, regardless of whether you would rather stay inside. Try a cozy pub night or something casual and fun that doesn't require getting dressed to the nines. Send spontaneous love texts, take spur-of-the-moment mini vacations, remember to kiss each day. Letting the flame die can be the cause of a lot of relationship failures. 4. Don't Put Other Priorities Before Your Partner Don't neglect your partner's needs because you are too focused on work, school or even your smartphone. Sometimes big things happen in our lives that require our attention, but we should always find a way to make it up to our partner when those big things have ended. Pour as much of yourself into your home life and love life as you do with any other project you take on. Can you relate to any of these scenarios? What have your past relationships taught you? Source: Elite Daily Do you follow us on Instagram? [caption id="attachment_109659" align="alignnone" width="100"] @BodyRockTV[/caption]