Some say love...

Healthy relationships in my opinion should be characterized by respect, communication, and trust. The power and control in any relationship should always be equally shared. Communication is also one of the most crucial aspects of a healthy relationship. It is important to talk about your feelings, wants and needs, and listen to your partner. In my personal opinion, the best relationships have a foundation of friendship and appreciate the little things in their partner. I agreed with the article on how society views the quest for a soul mate. I especially think that it is important to remain true to yourself and not change for a potential spouse. Being honest with yourself with lead you towards the right match. The following song lyrics represent qualities that I think are crucial in any relationship.

Appreciation 
"I never told her that I liked

They way she dances slightly out of time
And pretends she knows the words
To a song she's never heard
But I tell her all the time, hey
I was told to put my job in front of you
But it won't hold me like you do"

-Ed Sheeran's Gold Rush

Vulnerability 

"But if you find a hand to hold when the night comes
To be there when you’re old and your frightened
If you find some one who loves you with the lights on
You’ve found the one you love."

Passenger's The One You Love

Passion

"I want her everywhere and if she's beside me
I know I need never care
But to love her is to need her everywhere
Knowing that love is to share"
The Beatles' Here, There and Everywhere

Friendship

"A friend is what you'll always have in me 
I'm so grateful for the man you turned out to be"

-Jennifer Lopez's Again.

Respect 

"All I'm askin' (Ooh)
Is for a little respect when you come home (Just a little bit)
Baby (Just a little bit) when you get home (just a little bit)
Yeah (Just a little bit)"

Aretha Franklin's Respect