People Share Valuable Life Lessons They Wish They Knew When They Were Younger

All of you romantics out there might agree to disagree on this piece of advice. We don’t know all the secrets of the universe, but soulmates are totally not a thing. Sure, true love exists, and relationships can last a lifetime, but it’s not because two souls were destined to meet. 

The truth is, relationships take work. There are disagreements, challenges, and hardships that test every relationship. The successful ones weather these storms and come out stronger because of communication, negotiation, and a mutual understanding that the relationship is worth the effort. Keeping a check on your emotions during an argument is key because yelling never solves anything.