Originally Posted by Jandro

This.

Jandro's tip for a successful, fulfilling relationship: look for someone who has their own life outside of you and your relationship. Seriously. Find someone with hobbies, a strong friend group, and a support system that isn't just you. You will thank me later when you're out with your friends, text him/her to say "hey, I'm going to be a bit late, Jesse wanted to grab a beer and it's turned into a bit more than that." or "hey, ride went long, gonna grab some lunch before heading home." and you get a "cool! I'm going to grab food/drinks with Cory and Brooke, see you later! Enjoy your lunch/beer/ride." in response.

It also helps to find someone who understands that your life is your own. Want to grow a beard? **** yeah. Want to shave? Also cool, you're handsome either way. Want to stretch your ears more? Go right ahead, you're not your ears. Those sort of trivialities should never come under pressure from anyone. Except maybe your mom.

/relationship rant