Are you head over heels in love and would love to spend time with your loved one around the clock? For many people, finally finding the right partner is a great joy. However, there are things you should never give up for a man—even if he asks you to! We’ll tell you what they are.
Whether it’s time with your girls, your freedom of choice, or your wishes and goals in life, there are things you should never give up for a relationship. Because even if you are in a happy partnership, you should never turn your whole life upside down and forget about yourself. We’ll tell you which things you should keep even in a relationship.
1. Your hobbies
Do you do a lot of sports, like dancing or travel a lot? Then you should continue to do this if you are in a relationship. Regardless of whether your partner likes it or not: You should not give up your hobbies and thus a part of yourself for any man in the world. Because if you give up things that you like for him, sooner or later an inner dissatisfaction will arise that can become a real relationship killer.
2. Time for you
No matter how much you are in love, everyone needs time alone from time to time. Whether after a stressful day at the office or just because—no man in the world should stop you from spending time alone. Sometimes there is simply nothing nicer than relaxing on the sofa in sweatpants and chocolate and watching your favorite series on repeat.
3. Your dreams
Have you always wanted to live abroad for a few months? Or do you want a big family with lots of children? Even if you are in a happy relationship, you should never give up on your dreams and goals in life. Sooner or later, you will regret not pursuing them and this will put a lot of strain on your relationship.
4. Your freedom and independence
Very important: Never give up your freedom and independence for a partner. You alone decide what you want to do and what you don’t want to do. Of course, you have to make compromises in a relationship, but you shouldn’t pretend or do something you don’t want to do.
In addition, you should always be aware that you can live well without him in a relationship. Of course, it’s nice when your loved one takes work off your hands, but you should also be aware that you can manage everything without him—both financially and emotionally.
5. Your family
Under no circumstances should your relationship with your family suffer because they are the ones we can always count on. Even if your partner doesn’t have the best relationship with your family or can’t understand why you want to spend so much time with them: Neglecting your own family is taboo!
6. Your privacy
Even if you are always open and honest with each other, there are some things in your life that your partner does not need to know. He has no right to snoop around on your cell phone or your computer.
7. Your friends
Especially in the early stages of a relationship, many couples forget about their friends and concentrate only on their partner. But be careful: Even if you would like to spend 24/7 with your sweetheart, you should never neglect your friends and social contacts. This, of course, also applies to your loved one. Your friends were there long before he appeared on the scene and will still be there if he disappears from your life again.
You should also keep your male friends in a relationship. Tell your loved one that he has no reason to be jealous and introduce him to your friend. Ideally, the two of them will even get along.
8. Your opinion and belief
Everyone has their own beliefs and morals in life. And you should keep these when you are in a relationship. Disagreements are not a bad thing and can liven up the relationship as long as you accept each other as you are.
You should also continue to make decisions on your own, such as your career. This will help you maintain a healthy level of independence. Never let your partner talk you into something you don’t want to do or adopt their opinion, even if you don’t agree with it.
9. Your identity
You shouldn’t pretend to be someone you’re not for any man. Always be yourself, no matter what. Of course, some behaviors could harm your relationship and that you should work on, but overall, you should stay true to your character. After all, that’s how your loved one got to know and love you.
10. Your self-esteem
You argue a lot; your partner is constantly moaning at you, criticizing you, and not respecting you. Think carefully about whether you want to continue this relationship, because no man should make you feel like you’re not great. Instead, you should support and strengthen each other. If he hurts your self-esteem, you should pull the record.
11. Your attractiveness
Even if you are happily engaged and your sweetheart finds you beautiful without makeup and in a sloppy look, you should still not let yourself go completely and dress up for your loved one now and then. This will liven up the relationship and boost your self-confidence.
No matter how in love and how happy you are, there are a few things that you should keep in your relationship and not give up for any man in the world. Otherwise, sooner or later, you will feel inner dissatisfaction!
