No, You Don't Need To Be A Perfect Partner

 Being real with your SO can help strengthen your relationship. Here’s how...

- Esther Perel

There is no such thing as the ideal girlfriend. It’s time to give up the hope that you can be fault-free, put-together all the time, and just the right amount of deferential and independent in a relationship. That idea is utterly unrealistic, keeps you in a constant state of not feeling good enough, and prevents you from developing real confidence. It can even end up putting unnecessary strain on your mate and bond. Think about it this way: relationships are like musical instruments. If you expect to pick one up and quickly play it like a pro, you’re going to become frustrated, and you may just walk away from a good thing—missing out before you really even began. To foster a long-term, supportive, rock-solid connection and healthy self-esteem, try to acknowledge your flaws while still holding yourself in high regard. Start by getting rid of these outdated notions of exemplary girlfriend behaviour.

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