Relationships play a decisive role in making life beautiful and happy. A beautiful relationship increases happiness, reduces stress, and brings harmony & bliss to a family. But for realizing this happiness, you must understand the importance of maintaining such relationships. Even though each relationship is unique, certain fundamental aspects can help in maintaining its beauty – be it friendship, family relationships, or professional relationships.

These aspects could be-

1. Self-love 

When you love yourself, give time to your self-development and take good care of yourself, your relationships are maintained automatically. In any healthy two-way relationship, ‘YOU’ are absolutely the most important person. Always remember- self-love is not being selfish; you cannot truly love and give respect to another person until you know how to love yourself.

2. Communication 

A lot depends on communication as well when it comes to maintaining a relationship. You don’t need to be a mind reader to understand what the fellow person wants. Talk and understand the other person’s needs.  Only after that, you can actively work to make sure what should be done to bring harmony in the relationship.

3. Face Challenges Together

Life is full of ups and downs. Without facing challenges, no one can attain growth here. In fact, for two people, obstacles and problems are opportunities to push forward and grow together while helping each other. Never let fear hold your relationship during the testing times, be fearless and move ahead together. It will strengthen the bond.

4. Realistic Expectations

In this world, no one can be exactly as you want them to be. For maintaining a healthy relationship, accept your near and dear ones as they are and don’t try to change them. Otherwise, conflicts would come up giving rise to friction. Remember that expectations bring heartache so never ever expect from anyone. Do for others as much as you can.

5. Reduce Conflicts with Compassion

This is true that most relationships face some conflict. This only means that two people disagree over something. It does not have to mean they don’t like each other anymore. You are dissimilar people; your habits, lifestyles, values, and personality may not always be in alliance. So, during conflicts, resolve the issue with compassion, keeping in mind each other’s situation and priorities.

6. Finances

Wise financial decisions lead to a balanced life and this makes room for further growth in any relationship. So, be practical, sit down to talk about your financial goals and come up with a concrete plan to meet these goals. Financial plans must work for everyone in a relationship as they may help towards living a peaceful life.

7. Honesty & Loyalty

Honesty is the best policy for maintaining a healthy relationship. It’s crucial to stay honest in your relationships despite the sadness, disappointment, and struggles in life. You must tell your partner honestly, how you feel during such times. People in strong relationships have a sense of loyalty and devotion towards each other always.

8. Say NO to Anger

Anger throws human beings in a state of self-absorption and won’t allow them to see the good in anyone. If you are infuriated due to any action of your mate, give yourself some time, be calm and then gently discuss about it. Learn anger management.

9. Stay Grateful

All your relationships are a beautiful gift from God – Your friends, parents, spouse, Guru, colleagues everyone. They are in your life to make your journey enjoyable. They guide you, support you and share your happiness and sorrows. For showering upon you this priceless treasure, show gratitude towards God. 

The more grateful you are for having these relationships in your life, the more motivated it makes you to sustain the bond.

10. Pray Together

And this is the most important aspect of any relationship. 

There is a famous saying, ‘The family that prays together stays together.’ For maintaining your relationships, offer prayers daily and do it with utmost devotion.

Moreover, Lord Vishnu is the preserver of the entire universe. Receive His blessings to bring peace, understanding, and unity in your relationships. 

You may chant- ॐ नमो वासुदेवाय चक्रधाराय विष्वदेवाय महाविष्नो नम 

So, pray with your loved ones and keep reaping the great benefits of loving relationships in your life.