Good relationship
There is no general definition of a good relationship. You and your partner have to decide what a good relationship is for both of you.
Some important aspects of a good relationship could be:
- Equality: both partners are equal. One partner does not dominate the other;
- Respect and acceptance: you and your partner are 2 different people. You will always be different and you accept this;
- Trust: you trust each other and confide in each other;
- Communication: you express your feelings and wishes;
- Time: you spend time with each other;
- Interests: you share the same interests.
For some people, it is important you love each other in a relationship. For other people, a good relationship is based on friendship.
A good relationship is about how you both feel. You and your partner decide if the relationship feels good.
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CAW - Centrum Algemeen Welzijn
Centre for general well-being - Help with all kinds of issues: a difficult relationship, medical, financial, administrative, legal or material problems, family problems,... CAWs also provide assistance to victims of violence and abuse. Find a CAW in your neighbourhood:
Family doctor
You can talk to a family doctor about almost every intimate issue. If necessary the family doctor can refer you to a specialised health professional. Find a family doctor in your neighbourhood:
Community health centre (wijkgezondheidscentrum)
You can visit a family doctor in a community health centre. Other care professionals such as nurses and social workers also work at community health centres. Care is provided free of charge. Find a community health centre in your neighbourhood:
Sexologist
Therapy for sexual problems. A sexologist looks for a solution through conversations with one or both partners. Find a sexologist in your neighbourhood: