There’s a lot of relationship advice on the internet that sounds great in a meme. It just doesn’t hold up particularly well in an actual relationship. Here are 5 pieces of popular relationship advice I think we need to stop taking so literally: ➡️ "If they wanted to, they would." Sometimes, yes. But people can genuinely want to show up for us and still not know how. They may be scared, overwhelmed, emotionally limited, or simply not have the capacity in that moment. The better question is whether they’re willing to learn, grow and keep trying. ➡️ "They should know how to treat you and make you feel loved.” Your partner is not a mind reader. We all give and receive love differently, and asking clearly for what you need doesn’t make it any less meaningful when they give it to you. ➡️ "You should always feel happy around them.” No relationship feels good all the time. Sometimes healthy love is exciting and passionate. Sometimes it’s quiet, comfortable and a little boring. And sometim...