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We will help you to build healthy, respectful relationships
Looking for some good advice about relationships? This website has you covered! It gives helpful tips on how to have healthy, respectful relationships with others – romantic or not – and how to take care of yourself and your friends if things get tough.
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Top tips for epic relationships
Talk it out
Make sure you're always honest and open with each other. Share what's on your mind and really listen to what your partner has to say.
Respect each other's space
It's important to give each other space and respect each other's boundaries. Don't push each other into things you're not comfortable with.
Trust each other
Trust is super important! Be reliable and keep your promises. Avoid getting jealous and try to trust your partner.
Say thanks
Remember to say thank you for the little things. Let your partner know you appreciate them and all they do for you.
Keep your own interests
It's cool to have your own hobbies and friends outside of your relationship. Encourage each other to pursue your passions.
Work through fights together
It's okay to disagree sometimes. When you do, try to understand each other's point of view and find a solution together.
Be kind and supportive
Show kindness and support to each other, especially during tough times. Celebrate each other's successes too!
Get close
Share your feelings and experiences with each other. Spend quality time together and show affection—it's not just about being physical.
Be patient & understanding
Nobody's perfect! Be patient with each other's flaws and mistakes. Understand that it takes time to grow together.
Keep the romance alive
Keep the romance going by surprising each other, going on fun dates, and showing how much you care. Little gestures can make a big difference!
What’s the
big deal?
In Australia, research has found that school lessons about relationships and sexuality are kind of okay, but they could be better.
Important stuff
to think about
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Society sets up some pretty out-of-date expectations.
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Gender stereotypes aren’t helpful.
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Media is not always the best educator.
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Being a bystander
You might not always be able to intervene, but it’s important to remember that the behaviour you walk past is the behaviour you accept!
Managing boundaries
It’s important to focus on what you can control and do your best with those things that you can’t control.
Awkward conversations
It can feel uncomfortable, but they’re a normal part of life and help build stronger relationships and clear up misunderstandings.
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