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5 signs you’re in a healthy love story
Recognizing the signs of a healthy relationship can help you build a strong and fulfilling connection with your partner. | Photo by Pexels
Valentine’s Day is all about love — but how do you know if your relationship is built to last beyond heart-shaped chocolates and candlelit dinners? A healthy relationship isn’t just about the romance. It’s also about mutual respect, communication, and trust.
If you’re wondering whether your love story is one for the ages, here are five green flags that show you’re on the right track, according to Prisma Health.
You can be yourself (and they love you for it).
A strong relationship means feeling safe to be your true self withno filters necessary. Your partner should celebrate your quirks, not make you feel like you need to change to fit their expectations.
If you’re constantly walking on eggshells or second-guessing yourself, that may be a red flag. But if you feel fully accepted for who you are? That’s a major green flag.
They’re on team “us.”
Love isn’t a solo act — it’s a partnership. In a healthy relationship, both people contribute to the connection, making sure it’s not one-sided. Psychiatrist Dr. Frank Clark from Prisma Health emphasizes the importance of trust and reciprocity. If you both show up for each other (and not just on date nights), that’s a great sign.
Boundaries? You both respect them.
Setting boundaries isn’t about pushing someone away — it’s about creating a space where both of you feel comfortable. From personal time to emotional needs, respecting each other’s limits is key to a healthy, lasting relationship.
Fights happen, but they’re handled with care.
Even the best couples disagree. It’s how you handle those moments that count. A solid relationship means resolving conflicts with respect, not blame or manipulation. If disagreements turn into constructive conversations (not raised voices), you’re in a good place.
Whether it’s a big career move, a personal goal, or just making it through a tough day, your partner should be your biggest cheerleader. If they celebrate your wins and support you through losses, that’s love in action.
If you’re wondering whether your relationship has this kind of support, this podcast on healing after a breakup offers great insight into what a strong relationship should feel like.
If your relationship checks these boxes, you’re on the right track to a lasting, healthy love story. And if it doesn’t? It might be time to reevaluate what you truly deserve.
No matter what, you deserve a love that makes you feel valued — on Valentine’s Day and every day.
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