My boyfriend and I have this sort of running joke of the "job description" for being a good significant other. Then, I started thinking about it...what does it actually mean to be a good partner for your significant other. Through the power of love and our two brains, this is what we came up with.
Love your partner, not just say it, feel it. Wholeheartedly, truthfully, deeply love them. Support them in everything they do, and most importantly, make sure he knows you support them! Sporty, go to their games, musically gifted go to their concerts, anything that makes them happy & is safe, you should support. Being dedicated to your partner just proves your love even more so, there is nothing better than looking up from the field/court/stage/wherever and seeing the one person that means the most to you.
You have to be understanding and willing to compromise. There are times you have to swallow your pride, and there are times you have to call them out for their unnecessary attitude for the fourth time this week with no good reason. Don't make a big deal out of the little things, just go with whatever happens and be there for them at the end of the day.
Communicating with your partner might be one of the biggest parts of a healthy relationship. You should be excited to go to do the store or run errands with your person, simply because it means spending time with them. Plan dates, spend time together whenever it's possible. Even if it's curled up on the couch with one of your families watching movies, or a big road trip.
Accept your person for exactly who they are and nothing else. You're with them for a reason, if you can't see them in their darkest times and their best times, maybe it's time to rethink what's going on here.
Being a good significant other isn't a hard job if you love your partner, sometimes it can simply seem like a bit much, but keep in mind teamwork makes the dream work.
A very special shoutout to my person for being the angel he is & giving me the idea for this one. ♥
