Right! Sit up straight! Pay attention at the back! Jones! See me after class.
Being a kid is one long lesson but wasn’t life simpler back then? The rules were pretty black and white: Play nicely, share, clean up after yourself, always be on time, don’t go too crazy on the monkey bars, be kind etc. Now, here at Lovestruck.com, we thought being an adult sometimes over complicates things so we’re heading back to the classroom and dating by those old school rules.
#Rule 1: Don’t talk to strangers
Especially if they are of the opposite sex and really hot. Your partner might not like it and it might result in a temper tantrum.
#Rule 2: Put your toys away
This means your dirty laundry and wet towels, guys, and hairdryer, wardrobe explosion and shoes, girls. Not being in tune with cleaning up rules might induce a full-on meltdown from your other half. Put your mess tidily in the nearest container and everyone will be happy.
#Rule 3: Say you’re sorry
As a child, if you’ve hurt someone’s feelings you are encouraged to say you are sorry. As adults we tend to comply with this rule less, mostly out of stubbornness. Follow kids’ leads and apologise if you have upset your partner, even if you feel like you’re right. Have a hug! See? It’s much better again!
#Rule 4: Share your toys
This means your big boy and big girl toys and things like time, energy and a spare drawer when you get to that stage. Sharing is caring, people!
#Rule 5: Be honest
Kids say exactly what they think and while this is great and as adults we are happy to say what is on our minds but apply a filter, which is a good thing or gloss over truths to avoid confrontation. Honesty is a really good thing – so be open with your partner. Tell them they look good, that you love the effort they have made cooking or that you can’t wait to spend more time with them at the weekend. Also say what you need and feel because good communication is key to being happy.
#Rule 6: Forgive and forget
As children we move on quickly, so if someone stole our favourite Action man one day, we tend to have forgotten about it the next day. Don’t dwell on the small stuff just vent your annoyance and move on. Play nicely, people!
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