The dating-game can be exhilarating and nerve-racking all at the same time. Previous relationship experiences along with social expectations can create a minefield of emotions.
Taking The Happy Test will show you exactly what you seek in a relationship and help stop wasting time with hopeful dates that go nowhere.
Even successful marriages require lots of work. it doesn't just happen. If the relationship is deteriorating and you want to keep it - get working on it. Not knowing where to start is often the problem. Time spent together is not a measure of happiness. It's what's happening now that matters and where you want to take it. So look beyond the behaviours and see what's driving the relationship. Taking the Happy Test it will help clarify things.
Unlike several generations ago, living together has become more socially accepted and many couples, especially after being divorced, make the decision to live together as Partners. It's a way to 'try before you buy' without formal agreements and commitments. Avoid the pitfalls of yet another failed relationship due to your non-negotiable personal values and standards being unfulfilled. The Happy Test can also help to bring you closer and know you both have made the right decision.
BETWEENERSThe 'Betweeners' period (16 - 21'ish) is a critical time where hormones and a lack of life & relationship experience and peer pressure can cause lasting damage to confidence and self-esteem. Fears of losing this new amazing experience called 'love' and the feelings of being 'wanted' or 'accepted', can allow unpleasant destructive, controlling behaviors presented by another to be accepted. Be savvy, become strong, avoid the hurt and get to know the values and standards you wish to love by.