[custom_adv] Love is one of the most profound emotions known to human beings. There are many kinds of love, but most people seek its expression in a romantic relationship with a compatible partner. [custom_adv] For many, romantic relationships comprise one of the most meaningful aspects of life, providing a source of deep fulfillment. The need for human connection appears to be innate—but the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. [custom_adv] Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. [custom_adv] Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. Failed relationships happen for many reasons, and the failure of a relationship is often a source of great psychological anguish. [custom_adv] Most people have to work consciously to master the skills necessary to make relationships endure and flourish. All romantic relationships go through ups and downs and they all take work, commitment, and a willingness to adapt and change with your partner. [custom_adv] But whether your relationship is just starting out or you’ve been together for years, there are steps you can take to build a healthy relationship.
