I’m 23 and my boyfriend is 22.    

We have been together for almost 2 years, and I can say I found my soulmate in my 20s. Of course, not everybody will find a person to love the rest of their lives at this age; however, being in a happy relationship in your 20s will make you grow a lot and create beautiful memories.  I want to share my humble and personal “golden rules” for being in a happy relationship (which have worked very well for me)   

1- Speak about the past, know each other well, ask questions if you want, but don’t let that ghosts of the past haunt you. 

2- Say what you feel in the moment you feel it no matter what. Don’t waste any opportunity to speak up, communication is key.  

3- Have common friends, but also friends that are outside the relationship. Respect your partner’s free time, hobbies, and relatives.  

4- Never hurt him/her with words. When you discuss, because it’ll happen, think very well before speaking to avoid regrets.  

5- Make time for being together alone, be creative, try new things, and always keep the romance on. You are in your 20s, life should not be a routine!   

Finally, commit yourself as much as you want and be clear about that point with each other. 

Have a lot of fun together, your couple should be one of your best friends, your “partner in crime”, someone who you absolutely trust, and especially, someone you love and feel loved back.