NEVER get mad at your partner for expressing what UPSETS them. even if it seems small to you, it may be SERIOUS to them. genuine CONSIDERATION is very key
My man said something to me that really stuck.
He told me, “I’m not here to control you. I’m not your dad, I’m your partner. You’re free to make your own choices. Just understand that every choice has consequences. If you choose something that damages what we’ve built, that’s on you.”
He said, “I’ll always tell you when something hurts me or crosses a boundary, because that’s what healthy communication looks like. But if you keep stepping over the line after I’ve shown you where it is, then you were never really protecting us to begin with.”
And honestly, that’s what accountability in a relationship sounds like.
laziness can kill a relationship. no you're not cheating, but there's also no flowers, no surprises, no appreciation posts, no sweet messages, no dates (unless your s/o practically begs you for them). so yes, the truth is laziness CAN slowly kill love. sometimes simply being loyal just isn't enough.
stop letting people consume you. they didn’t call? go to sleep. they didn’t message you? put your phone down and have a better day. they left you on read? delete the conversation. they didn’t make an effort? match their energy. never let your happiness depend on anyone