You shouldn't ever assume your partner feels loved.

Date nights are always a must. Does not matter if you go out, or just stay in.

Talking openly about what you want to change in your relationship is important.

Learn each others love language. We all don’t perceive love the same way.

Try not to go to bed mad. It's better to communicate and find a resolution.

When you get into a fight, don’t just say “I’m sorry”. Say what you are sorry for, and how you will react differently next time.

It may get boring sometimes. Every couple goes through the boring stage. It is normal. It will fade. This is the time in your relationship you will have to put the most effort in.

Some days you will have to pull more weight than your partner, and vice versa.

It is important to check in on each other’s mental health.

It is okay to go to couples counselling. It can help. It does not mean you two are ending or failing.

Talk about money. Communicate about your financial goals. Let your partner know what you expect from them, and vice versa.

Turn off your phones an hour before bedtime and just talk to each other.

Ask questions such as:

“What do you need to see more of from me?” “How can we understand each other better?”

And most importantly, be kind to each other.

Love each other!

Fight for each other!

Remember, love is never easy, and it is one hell of a ride.

But damn, is it ever beautiful and worth it!