According to a conventional relationship, being supportive during times of loss and sadness is a good way to strengthen  a relationship bond, however, celebrating good news with each other may mean even more.

Research shows that the happiest pairs are those who respond positively to their partners’ successes. And to strengthen your relationship more, you and your partner should break the following rules:

• Show that you’re psyched. Try to give him emotional applause when he mentions getting a compliment and appreciate how he deals with annoying situations. According to clinical director for the Council Relationships in Philadelphia Michele Marsh, PhD, says that, “Interpersonal conflicts can be extra stressful for guys, so hearing that they handled one well can be very rewarding.” (more…)

A healthy relationship can be measured through the elements of your conversation. What do you and your partner talk about? Studies show that a couple who discusses about the heavy and meaningful stuff is happier than a couple who engages in small talks like gossiping about their co-workers or neighbors.

Here’s the list of what a couple should delightfully share during a heart-to-heart talk:

• Childhood Years: Talking about the things you do when you were a kid is fun. It is also a way of knowing how your partner became the person he or she is today.

• Family Life: How well your partner get along with his parents? Why does she resents his father or mother? Why is he closer to his sisters than to his brothers. Those are the topics that should be discussed to better understand why is your partner is somehow different when it comes to family matters. This is also your chance to adjust on your partner’s behavior, as a result, less fighting and more understanding. (more…)