However, life is far from these fairytales.
Today, bravery is speaking your mind.
Today, bravery is communicating your intentions.
Jordan Benton
Today, bravery is owning your body and your choices.
Let this article empower you to start being brave in your relationship.
Practice Open Communication
Never be afraid of your own voice.
The best way to tell someone how you feel or what you want is through open communication.
In return, your partner should also communicate their feelings and intentions as well.
Most importantly, you should feel empowered to speak your mind at all times.
Dont fear healthy confrontation.
Your words should be honest, direct, and purposeful.
double-check that your thoughts and intentions are done with strength and pride.
Stand Up For Yourself
Never ever let the person you are dating walk all over you.
Always stand up for yourself and verify that your voice is heard.
Know Your Self Worth
You are an unbelievably beautiful and wonderful gift.
Everyone you meet should treat you as such.
In a relationship, your partner is lucky to be with you.
Find the strength in yourself to see it this way too.
Discover an admiration for your image and ensure that your partner appreciates your gloriousness too.
Find bravery in loving who you are in your skin.
Own Your Choices
Your body is your own.
Your mind is your own.
Find value and strength in owning up to your choices.
Whether this means defending your actions or apologizing for them, do so with integrity and confidence.
Pick your battles, but stay true to your opinions and your beliefs.
Bring up issues in your relationship and question how you and your partner can improve.
While there is no perfect relationship, progress never occurs if you or your partner is complacent.
Trust Your Gut
Be brave enough that you actually trust your gut.
Never Settle
Never be with someone just to be with someone.
Your fear of being alone should not make its way into your relationships.
Find the bravery and the confidence to know that you could be alone.
Be Proud Of Who You Are
Be brave.
Be so unapologetically you.
Be proud of who you are and what you stand for.
Regardless of who your partner is, never lose you in your relationship.
