In
some articles I wrote regarding “Love & Relationship”, I
included blogs and reviews from other writers.
These
blogs help me a lot in terms of information, an awakening into
reality, and serve as a driving force for me to write.
I am so grateful to all my guests featured in every article I published, for giving me permission to include their magical moments in Maldives.
Here
is an introduction I quoted from Author Barrie Davenport
“Lasting
relationships require unconditional love.
Unconditional
love in a relationship begins with oneself. To set the foundation for
a lasting, healthy relationship,
you must first have a strong sense of self-esteem and
self-confidence. It also means you can stand on your own two feet as
an individual without requiring a romantic partner to define you or
complete you. You can be together with someone and still remain fully
yourself — as a person you like and respect.”
“Offering
unconditional love to yourself means you are able to view yourself as
lovable and worthy — in spite of any perceived flaws or past
mistakes.
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| Newly wed couple from Republic of China |
Within
the relationship itself, you are able to love the other person as
they are in
their essence. If
you have fallen in love with this person and want to build a lasting
relationship with them, then you must view them as a unique
individual not as an extension of yourself.”
“They
may be different from you in many ways. They may view the world
differently and have habits that you don’t share, but you can
embrace these differences because they are part of this unique person
you love.”
“You
begin with the essentials of self-love, mutual love and respect.
You see and embrace the core of the other, their innate personality
and worldview. You acknowledge the influences of their upbringing,
life experiences, and ingrained behaviors.”
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| Met during high school days |
Photos taken in Maldives:
It's just simply saying: opposite attracts, likes repel.
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| 2 and 1/2 years into relationship before tying a knot |
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| tied a knot on Jan. 3rd, 2015 |
- See more at: http://liveboldandbloom.com/11/relationships/unconditional-love-the-key-to-lasting-relationships
