We all have different ways of doing things, and we bring those differences into our relationships — meaning, you might find some of the things your partner do so awkward and annoying, and some of them could even irritate you.
That feeling of irritability is something you should handle early on, or else it could continue to grow, and what was once a beautiful relationship could turn to a nightmare.
So how do you deal with those things that annoy you?
1. TELL YOUR PARTNER ABOUT IT
Rather than sulk and complain deep within, try to tell your partner about it. Talk to your partner in a nice way about how much your partner’s bad habit is frustrating you. This simple way of communication can solve that problem, rather than let that thing eat deep within you.
2. BE PATIENT
Change is a gradual process, and it doesn’t just happen abruptly. With love, patiently help your partner overcome that bad habit that you can’t stand.
3. TURN A BLIND EYE
Try to turn a blind eye as you help your partner quit a habit that’s frustrating you. Sometimes, for a relationship to be successful, you just have to turn a blind eye.
4. IS IT REALLY IMPORTANT?
What if your partner doesn’t change, despite all your efforts? Then ask yourself how important it really is. If it’s something as mild as leaving the toilet seat after use, eating improperly and other trivial things, then you should learn to do your bit and let go.
How important is the change you are asking for? Don’t let those little things annoy you in your relationship with your partner. After all, you have your flaws as well.
5. STOP BEING FRUSTRATED
If your plans to help your partner overcome that habit don’t work, then learn to move on and stop being frustrated. Don’t let something as trivial as that kill your peace. As long as your relationship with your partner is going alright, then don’t ruin it with your quest for perfection. After all, we all have flaws.
Many relationships start to break down when one partner starts harbouring grudges and resentment in mind; this could eat you deep till you ruin your relationship with your own hands.
ViV