If someone had ever given me an exact recipe for an ideal relationship — I probably wouldn't have believed it. Because the heart is not a kitchen where you can measure out 100 grams of love, 2 spoons of care and a pinch of respect. And that's it. Done.

But, having lived through more than one story — some painful, some bright — I learned to catch myself thinking: there is something in common in those relationships that "work out". Not because everything is perfect. But because both people not only "love" but also choose to be together every day.

Here is my personal, non-academic, but honest formula:

✨ Warm hands + attentive heart. This is when instead of "well, okay" you hear: "tell me, I'm really interested in what's going on with you". This is when you can be yourself — and they don't correct you.

🧱 Strong trust. No checks. Not control. But that peace when you know: behind your back — not a knife, but support.

🤝 Equality. Not in the style of "who is stronger", but "we are both important". We listen, hear, take into account. Even when irritated. Even when you want to slam the door.

🌿 A life together, not just everyday life. Breakfast together, a walk together, plans, a TV series, a favorite song, a meaningless meme. A little "our" — which warms more than a loud "I love you".

💬 Open "talking" instead of quiet "tolerating". Because silence rarely heals. But an honest conversation — sometimes saves even what already seemed broken.

And also — ease. It won't always be easy, but it should be easy to be there. Without pressure, without "debts", without eternal proving.

A successful relationship is when you both choose intimacy over drama. Not a game of silence, but a simple: "I'm here, I'm with you, and it matters to me."

There is a formula. It's in the two of you. And in how you treat each other every day, even on a regular basis.