1. There is empathy in relationships.
Empathy is like the emotional “glue” for relationships. This is the ability to recognize what a partner is feeling and why, as well as consciously empathize with his condition. This way we feel involved in what is happening to another person, and he understands that he is important to us.
Empathy not only strengthens relationships, but also helps overcome conflicts. This way a person gets the opportunity to put himself in the place of another, listen to his needs and find a compromise.
2.Healthy communication is maintained
The ability of people to conduct a dialogue, listen and hear each other determines the stability of relationships and living through difficult periods together.
If you and your partner do not hush up problems, but try to discuss them, even if the conversation does not always turn out calm and easy, this is a sign that you both have not given up yet.
3. Intimacy is not lost
Even if there is a crisis in the relationship, you feel that close contact is still maintained. For example, sometimes you have intimate conversations, at least on abstract topics. You don’t close yourself off, don’t avoid emotional contact, but try to get through even difficult periods together. You are ready to open up, to be vulnerable. Your partner remains close to you, even if it can be difficult at times.
4. Willingness to work on relationships
Both you and your partner acknowledge the problems—but also agree that the relationship is important to both of you. You are ready to work on them together, if necessary, with the help of a couple or family psychologist.