Relationship Risks

To gain higher levels of success, you must take risks. It is the same when it comes to relationships. Relationships require time, effort, and attention. With that time, effort, and attention come sacrifices. This is because to ensure any level of success, a sacrifice is necessary. 

Sure, you want your relationship to come with all-out bliss. I want that for you as well. This is why I want to share with you how to accomplish the goal of experiencing a rewarding union. However, the key to accomplishing such success is knowing the inherent risks so that you will be prepared to finish strong and not be overtaken by the natural elements of being in relationships. 

The risks you will take include:

1. Being vulnerable

No one wants to be vulnerable. You always want to appear strong and like we have it all together. When you have to show any sign of weakness, you tend to become reclusive and defensive in the name of wanting to appear strong.

The unfortunate thing is that when you fight so hard to appear strong, weakness is what shows up. And to the person you want to impress, your strength works against you. The unyielded nature of your strength repeals them.

Contrary to popular beliefs, being vulnerable allows your partner to get to know you, learn how to treat you, and understand how they can help you.

2. Failed Relationship

When you enter a relationship, you usually hope it will become something special and long-term. If you knew it would not work out, you would not waste your time going into it. So, the thought of it not working out prevents you from trying because of the possibility of wasting your time. The problem with that mindset is that it limits you from taking a chance at something that could work. On the contrary, having a desperation to make it work can force you to hold on to a relationship you need to let go of.

A healthy understanding is accepting that neither refusing to try nor forcing a relationship to work is best. Learning whether the relationship is a good fit (will or will not work) requires going through the process of getting to know one another.

It's okay if you attempt a relationship and it does not work out. What's important is that you understand there is a possibility the relationship can fail.

3. Missing out on a suitable partner

Some people believe there is only one person in the world made to be your partner. Others believe there is more than one suitable person for you. I used to believe there was only one possible person for you. However, through experience, I no longer hold that view. What I do believe is that once you marry, you have made your choice.

This is why it is crucial that you commit to someone suitable and desirable. When you give your time, effort, and attention to someone who does not appreciate and value you, therefore being the wrong person for you, you risk being unavailable for the person who is appropriate.

4. Sacrifice

I do not think of sacrifice as a risk in relationships. However, though I may not totally see it as a risk, it is worth adding to the list because of the nature of sacrificing.

I hear guys complain about taking women out, and ladies complain about submitting. What both parties ignore is that to let a woman know they are serious, guys must invest in her, and if the ladies want marriage, submission is necessary. Understanding this concept is the beginning of coming to the knowledge of sacrificing.

Sacrifice is considered a risk because it involves yielding your strong desire to a less desirable position. Understanding sacrifice in relationships is recognizing it is for a greater purpose, though it looks like you are losing in the process. Sacrifice does not feel pleasant in the moment, but the results are rewarding. Plus, when both parties in the relationship sacrifice, both get what they need.

5. Imbalanced partnership

When you think about partnership, you think of equal responsibilities. In relationships, the partnership can feel one-sided. It is not uncommon for one party to feel like they are putting more time, energy, and attention towards the union.

This is a real possibility, but the circumstances for which they occur are not always coming from a negative place. There are many factors, including money, health, and inexperience, that can cause one party to put more effort into the relationship.

Inexperience is a major contributor we do not often consider when feeling frustrated with a sense of neglect. However, even though a person may not have the experience of knowing how to please their partner, it is expected that they learn. And sometimes, that's where the challenge lies.

The positive light to consider with the sense of being in an imbalanced partnership is that you can learn how to bring balance, peace, and stability to the relationship.

6. Lost Time

One of the most rewarding aspects of relationships is the companionship they offer. The joy and contentment derived from spending time with your partner often lead you to prioritize them, sometimes to the detriment of important business matters.

While the distraction can occasionally prove beneficial to you in the long run if it leads to relational bliss, it carries the risk of disappointment and regret if the relationship fails. In either scenario, there's the potential loss of time that could have been dedicated to important personal and professional endeavors.

To prevent losing such valuable time and regretting it in the future, it's crucial to remain focused while pursuing your romantic interest. Yet, it's important to recognize that effectively managing time demands conscious effort to keep both romantic and personal demands satisfied.

Summary

The risks associated with relationships have their share of rewards. The rewards stemming from such beneficial romantic unions can be enduring, creating lifelong satisfaction. The problem with many relationships that fail is parties do not fully consider the costs involved. For numerous couples, these costs are either too high or prematurely attempted.

Understanding the associated risks is a necessary component for enhancing relationship success. This awareness can prepare couples for the challenges and curb impulsive decisions in forming unions.

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Naeemah Adero

Life with Adero

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