When we talk about maintaining a good relationship with our partners or love ones, what comes to mind, really?  The general rule is that couples should give and take in a relationship to make it work. 

Whether you are in a relationship or a marriage, understanding is the most basic thing of all.  There are dozens of news and articles on how to maintain a good relationship, but more often than not, most couples fail to realize the aspect of how to really go about doing it.

Give space to each other

Have lots of trust

Don't be afraid to do individual activities

These 3 are the most important and the most basic, in my opinion.  I love to study and read up on sociology topics as well as psychology ones and happiness in couples is something that is very achievable.  However, to be happy is one thing, but to be motivated and to maintain it is another question altogether.

Do not listen to others in dictating how a relationship is supposed to be handled.  The couple going through the relationship should be the one handling it all.  Work hard to maintain your relationship.  It takes time and never give up.