A good relationship is like a work of art.
Never leave your relationship up to chance. Be a good communicator.
Always use clear and appropriate communication. Avoid forming relationships with people who cannot or will not communicate openly. They will be too bound up in fear and will ruin the pleasure of it.
You must be receptive to your partner. Be agreeable when possible. Do not force opinions and respect their free will. Work together and go for the win-win deal.
Ladies, a relationship is not a guessing game. If you expect your s/o to figure everything out, like it was a quiz, prepare for a less than perfect score. And remember, a relationship is not a school and there should be no quizzes or riddles.
Wouldn't you rather have what you really wanted? Well, if you are not being extremely self indulgent, it's OK to make reasonable requests. Just be ready to return the favors. Go for mutual satisfaction.
What will it be? Selfish misery or mutual delight?