I'm a huge fan of independence and standing up for what you this is best for you. Making decisions about your life based on what you think is best and not always giving in to your partner is the way to go. Having said that, when you enter a serious relationship, or even marriage, the decisions you make will now have an effect on the other person's life as well.
Discussing these things with your partner before diving in (or cutting loose, or going crazy, or whatever it is you're about to do) doesn't make you weak and co-dependent; it makes you a smart, considerate person who is concerned about the health of their relationship, rather than being completely self-serving.
So to make sure you stay on the smart road in your relationship, read on for six things you should definitely consult your sweetie about before making a decision.
Babies
Whether it's going on or off birth control, or getting your tubes tied, any moves that affect your ability to get pregnant should definitely be discussed with the other part of your partnership. It may be your body but if you're having intimate relations they definitely have a vested interest.
The Leftovers
Some people seem to keep leftovers until they qualify for scientific experiments. But the minute you chucked it all in the garbage, that's when they decide they want to finish it. It's one of life's mysteries! So play it safe and always ask before throwing out leftovers.
Key purchases
Even if you're stocked like a Rockefeller, it's usually a good bet to run it by your significant other before making any big buys (cars, houses, boats, etc).
Bringing home new family members
Okay, that little puppy you saw at the pet store when you went to buy fish food is cute what with that heart breaking little face and all. I know how tempting that can be. And that last time you were shooting that movie and your partner was looking after the other kids and you saw that orphan that just melted your heart? Also tempting. But resist you must. Adding to your family should only be done with your partner's okay.
Getting a tattoo
With their name on it. Enough said.
Wiping out the Tivo
Just because you think he or she watched the most recent Curb Your Enthusiasm doesn't mean they actually have. This is a fast track to World War III, my friends. - 32510
Discussing these things with your partner before diving in (or cutting loose, or going crazy, or whatever it is you're about to do) doesn't make you weak and co-dependent; it makes you a smart, considerate person who is concerned about the health of their relationship, rather than being completely self-serving.
So to make sure you stay on the smart road in your relationship, read on for six things you should definitely consult your sweetie about before making a decision.
Babies
Whether it's going on or off birth control, or getting your tubes tied, any moves that affect your ability to get pregnant should definitely be discussed with the other part of your partnership. It may be your body but if you're having intimate relations they definitely have a vested interest.
The Leftovers
Some people seem to keep leftovers until they qualify for scientific experiments. But the minute you chucked it all in the garbage, that's when they decide they want to finish it. It's one of life's mysteries! So play it safe and always ask before throwing out leftovers.
Key purchases
Even if you're stocked like a Rockefeller, it's usually a good bet to run it by your significant other before making any big buys (cars, houses, boats, etc).
Bringing home new family members
Okay, that little puppy you saw at the pet store when you went to buy fish food is cute what with that heart breaking little face and all. I know how tempting that can be. And that last time you were shooting that movie and your partner was looking after the other kids and you saw that orphan that just melted your heart? Also tempting. But resist you must. Adding to your family should only be done with your partner's okay.
Getting a tattoo
With their name on it. Enough said.
Wiping out the Tivo
Just because you think he or she watched the most recent Curb Your Enthusiasm doesn't mean they actually have. This is a fast track to World War III, my friends. - 32510
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