Having an optimistic outlook isn’t just about thinking positively, which is more about “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Rather, optimism involves thinking about the future and having confidence that things will get better. This is one of the things that gets a couple through the difficult times. They recognize that things might be hard right now and they have things they need to work on, but as long as they stick together and move forward, everything is going to be alright.
7. Acceptance
Nobody is perfect, and this is especially true with both you and your partner. But recognizing these imperfections and even embracing them — no matter how much they bother you — is what it means to be accepting. Rather than using rejection and criticism as the basis for dealing with an issue, you engage with your partner through problem-solving and acknowledgment. By making peace with the situation, you can grow as a couple and not allow these imperfections to come between your relationship.
