Relationships are hard. Here are 7 pieces of advice from Paste BN readers
Everyone needs a little relationship advice at times, especially when it comes to starting something new.
Paste BN launched a nationwide search to help entertainment reporter Erin Jensen find a valentine for a dream date in New York City, and while one date is no guarantee of lifelong romance, this inspired us to seek some words of wisdom for Erin and other budding relationships this Valentine's Day.
Here are seven pieces of relationship advice submitted by Paste BN readers — including one warning.
Relationship advice
Chase the unexpected. Communication makes it easier.
- From Jack Guerci, Pennsylvania
Take the time to laugh at each other and at yourself! My favorites moments in our relationship are when we can laugh together. Life is too short to be so serious, and relationships are hard work if you sweat the small stuff.
- From Cailyn McCutcheon, New York
Put her on a pedestal, and ask her to stay there.
- From Ken Bailey, Oklahoma
You don't have to be right 100% of the time!
- From Kathryn Becek, Virginia
Know your partner's family. You marry them; you marry that family.
- From Michelle Fountain, Virginia
Speak truth, tell your partner what you’re feeling and appreciate every special moment with family. There’s nothing more satisfying than that!
- From Howard Zlotoff, Pennsylvania
The smallest irritant can become a monster in marriage.
- From Lynn Webster, Delaware