Psychologists say couples will have better relationships if they …
l. Tell the truth. A discovered lie, no matter how small, is harmful.
2. Are appreciative of all gifts. Gifts don't have to be romantic. The important thing is that your partner has thought about you.
3. Show pleasure in sex. Even if you don't see fireworks, enjoy it and show that you do.
4. Spend time together. Do things together and be together often.
5. Are true to themselves. Talk about your problems so you can understand the complexity of each other's lives.
6. Are totally faithful. And let their partners know that it's monogamy or nothing.
7. Date their mates. Have fun.
8. Gaze into their partner's eyes.
9. Call back as soon as possible if they get a message from him or her.
10. Have a sense of humor. There is scientific evidence that laughter is a bonding agent.
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader’s money, real estate, and business coverage.
