People get into a relationship for various reasons; some are honest and some are totally dishonest.
Some people are involved in a relationship to escape from their own lives.
They have no clearly defined vision or purpose for their lives; by hooking up with this man/lady they believe that they will be able to make something good out of their own lives.
They are forever dependent on their partner to make their lives work.
Their career, academics, business and future are all dependent on the contribution and efforts of their partner.
But in a successful relationship, each person is committed to their own vibrant dream which they are passionate about.
There is mutual respect for each other because they both recognize that their significant other is not relying on them to make their lives work, they know exactly where they are going and they are doing all it take to get there.
When you pursue your own dream, you send a signal to your partner that you are a very capable and competent person in your personal affairs.
He/ she can depend on you to bring the same level of energy, passion, commitment and purpose you apply to your own life to the relationship.
Because your own life is working, your partner will believe and be confident that the relationship will work.
A purposeless man or lady is a great liability and will be the one who will eventually cause problems for and ruin the relationship.
To ensure the success of your relationship, write out a detailed list of your personal goals, if you have not already done so, and begin to pursue their realization.
Ensure that your partner also has his or her own goals that he/she is pursuing.
Successful couples are focused on their dreams.