Falling in love for most people just happens, not planned or preempted, as it involves unique, solid romantic feelings towards a specific person. While most have succeeded in falling in love, staying in love is where things get complicated, as it requires dedication and effort.

When you fall in love, it can either be with someone you know or a complete stranger, either way, while the feeling might be mutual certain factors come into play when it comes to staying in love. These may include their personality, habits, religion, beliefs, character, etc.

The fact that one does not choose who they fall in love with is the beauty of the whole thing, as most times, one finds themselves falling for people who are very different from who they are,  confirming the notions of “Opposites attract.” As much as this may be a good thing, these differences often play a part in people not being able to stay in love.

In a vast majority of relationships that don’t work out, end up blaming it on a lack of interest or feelings just not being there anymore. It all boils down to the effort and commitment you put into your love to nurture the relationship.

Young couple in love

Commitment and Effort

Having an unwavering dedication to the person you love and the relationship is critical when you want to stay in love even after the honeymoon stages. This means prioritizing the relationship, investing effort and time to maintain its growth, and remaining loyal and faithful to your partner through good and bad times.

When both parties involved have a sense of responsibility toward each other’s well-being and happiness, they are willing to work through conflicts, overcome obstacles together, and find compromise rather than give up. It allows for the relationship to thrive and blossom for an extended period.

Putting in the work in a relationship entails a lot, from finding proper, healthy, and effective ways of communicating and resolving conflict with each other.

Spending quality time together doing the things you both love, appreciating and showing gratitude towards your partner when it comes to the little and big things they do for you, keeping the romance alive any given chance you get as well as maintaining intimacy both physical and emotional.

Old couple inlove

As much as two people may fall in love with time, change is bound to happen. Emotionalizing it and adapting to new circumstances together play a significant role in staying in love and ensuring that each party grows individually and as a couple.

The little things also count, whether it’s just laughing together, goofing around, or doing the most trivial things together, it helps build a friendship with your partner, thus bringing a sense of fulfillment and companionship.

Parting shot

While falling in love comes naturally, one must realize that staying in love is a choice, and it encompasses putting in work every day and knowing there is no room for giving up on each other, no matter what life throws your way. Staying In love requires a lot of commitment and effort, as love is never enough to make a relationship last for years and years.