Emma Chamberlain

Yes.

Does it take boundaries?

Yes.

Does it take self-control?

Yes.

We want to be around our partners all the time.

We want to get a kiss on the cheek every five minutes.

We love it.

But the good news is not only will this make your relationship healthier, it's not a codependent relationship.

You have healthy boundaries.

You have a life outside of one another, meaning that you can keep each other in check without fear.

You're not afraid of losing one another.

You obviously want to be together and you really want to make it work.

But if you have a life outside of the relationship, then you're not afraid to call your partner out on their bullshit.

And that's very important in a healthy relationship.

So not only will having these boundaries make the dynamic of your relationship better, but also you as an individual will be happier.

Your source, or maybe not happier, but you will be more emotionally regulated.

You might experience joy or happiness more frequently.

You won't completely crumble the second something goes wrong in your relationship.

Not only when your relationship gets a little rocky, you can rely on these other areas of your life to sort of support you.