Successful couples possess specific qualities. If you want to strengthen the current relationship that you’re building, try working on the following things. Doing so can make all the difference as to whether your relationship lasts. Some qualities to work on include being able to disagree without wrecking your relationship, admitting wrongdoings and moving on quickly, not comparing your current partner to your former partner, telling the truth always, and moving on from the past so you create a brighter future. These things get easier with practice. Always show compassion and kindness to your partner and ask that they do the same. Respecting one another is the key to making things work long-term.