10 Words

I’m sorry. I fucked up. I want to do better. That’s it. That’s all it takes to get a relationship back on track. Those words and a little effort, will go a long way. But you stopped saying them. Why? Is it ego or pride? Perhaps you don’t want to give up your power? Whatever the case is, your relationship will not move forward, until you get back to basics. Back to common courtesy.

Not everyone wants to be in a relationship. But for those who do, minimal effort is what it takes to have a successful one. Politeness, showing genuine interest, and stepping up when you are wrong, will make for smooth sailing. You know, the very things you did in the beginning of the relationship. But you’ve been together for awhile now, so what is the point? You already got the prize. Why keep playing the game?

Seriously, it’s not a game. It’s someone’s life. It’s your happiness. It’s both of yours future. We’re heading into a new year. Why bring the old fear? The fear of being alone. Break ties, invest in yourself for awhile. Give yourself what you’re not getting from your relationship. I’m not talking about walking away because of an argument. I am talking about walking away from zero effort. It doesn’t take much to have a good relationship. It does take a little effort to have a great one though. And all the great ones know the secret…

10 words. Just 10. I’m sorry. I fucked up. I want to do better. If you can muster up those words. Be truly present for your partner. I promise you, your relationship will turn a corner. It will be fun again. You can be yourself again. And you both can be free without judgement, because you have learned to talk about what is going on. Her win. Is his win. His win. Is her win.

2025 is knocking on the door. Aren’t you due for a win?