JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE December 2015 | Page 220

Keep no secrets, tell no lies. Sometimes you gotta wise up and let go. Yes, it hurts. But it’ll hurt more in the future. Relationships aren’t hard. If it is hard, you are probably with the wrong person. Love is not a feeling. Feelings fade, change, respond to situations and events. Love is a choice. If it feels wrong at the beginning, it probably won’t get better. If you’re keeping score you already lost. Love is an action, not a feeling. It’s learned and developed skill, not an experience. Not that the romantic feeling doesn’t exist or isn’t a wonderful part of the relationship, but it doesn’t make it last. The best sign of a healthy relationship is no sign of it on Facebook. Communication is a key part to building a healthy relationship. The first step is making sure you both want and expect the same things—being on the same page is very important. The following tips can help you create and maintain a healthy relationship: Speak Up. In a healthy relationship, if something is bothering you, it’s best to talk about it instead of holding it in.  Respect Your Partner. Your partner’s wishes and feelings have value. Let your significant other know you are making an effort to k