‘Tis the season for resolutions. There are the tried and true: exercising more, developing better eating habits, increasing productivity, etc. If you’re looking for something a little different, how about this one: resolving to be a better partner. The past year put a strain on many of our relationships, with the stress of rising COVID cases, sick loved ones, financial struggles and no real outlet for bonding and reconnecting as a couple. No date nights out, no vacations. The good news is, there are little things you can do to get your relationship back on track — no beach getaway required.

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8 ways to be a better partner this year

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There’s a lot about last year we’d all probably just prefer to forget. But those weird little things we learned about our partners after spending so much time together at home? Unfortunately, those realizations are probably here to stay.

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Some parents feel it’s their right — their responsibility, even — to weigh in on their adult children’s choices: their kids’ romantic lives, career decisions, weight, parenting style… the list goes on. But those seemingly friendly conversations often veer into critical territory, even if the critiques are given with the best of intentions. For the sake of preserving your relationship and your mental health, it’s important to establish healthy boundaries with your parents as you get older.

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