In a relationship, equality between you and your partner is personal, and the rules can only set by both of you. When we talk about equality in a relationship, some people will start to think about how many house chores they have done, how many bills they have paid to measure their value in their relationships. But are those things representing equality? While we should appreciate such actions of love, a more important equality is one of mental balance in a relationship.
Equality is one of mental balance
For me, the core of equal relationship is respect, making your partners feel they are seen, listened, and cared for. Either one should have the same right to speak when it comes to decisions. Your partner should feel that they are free and safe to talk about their thoughts with you and more importantly always able to be themselves.
Relationships work in two-ways. We should always put ourselves in our partner's shoes no matter if we are happy or sad. If your partner is always playing the role of being an emotional trashcan for you but you never be theirs or you rarely pay attention to look after their feelings. Your partner would feel neglect and that’s probably how a one-sided relationship will fail. Ask not just for strangers but your closest partner how’s their day going every day is important and shows you’re caring to them.
Having an individual space, where you can go after your separate dreams and pursue your interests, is just as essential
Having an individual space, where you can go after your separate dreams and pursue your interests, is just as essential. Supporting and encouraging each other on your individual journeys will help ensure equality in a relationship.
