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It’s Time to Make the Relationship Status Quo Great Again

Consider, Reality and Options.

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Alejandro Betancourt
Dec 15, 2021
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Many people find that they are not happy in their relationships. Relationships take effort. They are two-way streets, meaning that both parties need to work to go smoothly.

The relationship status quo is what most people are in when their relationships are not perfect, but they have no idea how to make it better. But both parties are still willing to make it work.

If both people want to make it work, they will find a way. The key is communication and working towards common goals. If you can do these two things, your relationship will be successful!

What is a Relationship?

A relationship is an association between two people or things that have developed over time. A relationship is often a personal connection between friends or romantic partners.

Different types of relationships exist; friendships, romantic relationships, familial relationships, and intimate relationships. Yet, the word ‘‘relationship’’ can also refer to a bond between two or more people. It ca…

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