A healthy relationship in a couple is built primarily on love and respect for each other. Here are specific signs of how this respect can be shown.
Respect for Needs and Desires
A need is a necessity for something good for oneself; the need for external good. Anyone needs food, safety, rest, companionship, acceptance, and love. Needs are always good and natural. There’s no shame in needing support, recognition, feeling good and needed, and in being in silence and loneliness.
Needs should not be judged critically, nor should they be considered “wrong” or stupid for the other person (or for you). They are always correct! And you need to treat them with attention and care. Because of the fulfilled needs, the general satisfaction with life and the feeling of happiness are formed.
