It's important to know when to bend and when to stand your ground.


Your goals


Let’s get real about things here, relationships are meant to help you grow and reach your goals both thanks to your hard work and the support of your loving partner. Whatever your goals and no matter how big or small they are, don’t forget about them for love, because you may regret it!





Having an amazing group of friends around you who are always there to support your every decision is priceless and is definitely something that shouldn’t be sacrificed for the sake of a relationship. Your man should love your friends as much as you do.




Your relationship with your family is one of the most important in the world and your bond should stay unbreakable. If your SO doesn’t get along with your family, then you need to start asking yourself some tough questions.



Our values are an essential part of our DNA and really do make us who we are. It’s true that not everyone can share the same values, but that’s not to say you should forget about yours just because your partner disagrees with them.



You are a queen and don’t ever let anyone tell you differently. The love and appreciation you have for yourself should grow in a relationship, not diminish.



Being a strong and successful career woman is something that deserves to be respected, however the sad reality is that it isn’t always the case. A relationship shouldn’t mean you have to sacrifice the career you love and have worked so hard for.



Being in a relationship shouldn’t mean you have to compromise your freedom and change your hobbies and activities. Relationships are about blossoming together and accepting each other’s needs.



Happiness is the most important thing in life and everyone deserves to be happy and content within themselves. Your relationship should make you the happiest you have ever been. If it doesn’t, then something is off.



Perhaps in the future you see yourself having kids, getting a dog and moving out of the city, if so, there is no way you should compromise your life ambitions for the sake of a relationship. If you don’t want the same things, you need to admit you are not right for each other.




Part of being in a healthy relationship means you take time out for yourself to indulge in your hobbies. Our pastimes are part of what makes us happy and should in no way be sacrificed for anyone!