Am I just overthinking…..

What is your definition of a successful relationship?

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tj78610 · 51-55, M

Probably way too easy to overthink - the basic question is, are you both happy most of the time?

The how you achieve it is the tricky part.

JustAsking · 46-50, F

@tj78610 what makes you happy in a relationship then?

tj78610 · 51-55, M

@JustAsking i think its a lot of things that boil down to 2 basic elements - genuine care for the other person, often/usually putting the other person's needs above your own (and vice versa), and then just trying to make each other happy.

When a partner cares for me and tries to make me happy, then I will be happy. And it leaks into all phases of life too.

Like I need positive feedback and caring touch. If a woman genuinely attempts those 2 things, Im golden.

Then I need to reciprocate her needs.