Monday Myths: Relationships

‘Monday Myths’ is a new segment on Missy.ie, where we state facts about certain topics, and you decide if you believe them to be true or false. We’ll then let you know whether it’s true or not.

This week’s topic is…Relationships.

Breaking Down Relationship Myths

It’s Ok For People To Spend Time With Other People…

True!

In fact it is extremely important to maintain a healthy relationship that both parties have other people to hang out with. Relationships come and go but your friends will always be there so it is important to keep those bonds strong.

If you are in a happy relationship you should never fight…

False!

Some level of disagreement is normal and healthy in a relationship and actually helps the relationship to grow. Nobody agrees all the time! You shouldn’t be fighting all the time however, the majority of a relationship you should be in agreement.

Playing hard to get is a good way to start a relationship…

False!

The idea of playing hard to get has been around for awhile but it isn’t always the best way. Sure it might catch someone’s attention but the best way to start a healthy relationship is just being upfront and honest with each other! It’s a lot less emotionally draining as well.

Every relationship you have will be different…

True!

No two relationships are the same. They are with different people after all. The best way to find out what you like in a partner is navigating through different relationships.

You can rely on a relationship to make you happy…

False!

No two relationships are the same. They are with different people after all. The best way to find out what you like in a partner is navigating through different relationships.

You shouldn’t feel bad for not having a relationship yet…

True!

Everyone moves at different stages in life. It is normal for people not to have there first relationship right in to their twenties and even thirties! The right relationship will come to you at the perfect time. Keep shining and keep being you!

Did you believe any of these relationship myths before?