Relationship Rescue - How To Save Your Relationship

Every relationship goes through a series of highs and lows, instances when everything is perfect between the two people involved or when everything is a mess and you are ready to throw in the towel, or even go through the process of a break up or divorce. It is these times when some objective insight or so-called "relationship rescue" is required.

First of all, depending on the particulars of your situation you may want to confide in close friends and relatives who are familiar with the habits of both people involved in the situation, conversely, you might seek the advice of a professional who can be entirely impartial, such as a therapist or marriage counselor. You may even think it is best to spend some time on your own examining your thoughts and the workings of the relationship. Whatever you decide, be prepared to admit to your faults and brave enough to begin to work on them.

No matter how frustrated and angry or hurt you may feel on the inside due to the state of your relationship, don't take it out on your partner. Chances are that he or she is also struggling in the situation and compassion and understanding will more quickly heal any wounds rather than the more toxic emotions that defeat the purpose of the relationship rescue treatment. Treat the other person with respect and be open to the very difficult conversations that have to happen if you are ever going to begin to patch things up. Be forgiving of the other person's flaws- if you love them, you have to love all of them.

Compromise with your partner, admit when they are right and don't be upset if they cannot be as transcendent. Focus on the things that are working for both of you in the day to day interactions that you have while simultaneously trying to remedy the things that are wrong. Maintain a positive outlook on the world and your relationship and give up any resentment and anger you may harbor for the other person. If you take these simple steps to identify problems and work to change them while maintaining a healthy outlook your relationship can only improve.