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A few other very important aspects of backup. Both men and women need to true love comes about in the following show a healthy bit of oomph in certain situations: situations: airing a bold new idea or standing up for yourself. It is good to 1. Understanding. Any person needs to know your partner will back you up. vent or cry. Both of these are a release mechanism for stress and tension. 3. Support systems. Everybody needs Inevitably the situation does not warrant hugging and reassurance from time to the display of emotion. It is a culmination time. When insecurities surface people of events. You shouldn’t fear losing it. As react positively to genuine compliments partner you should rise to the occasion and sincere attention. We need to hear and without argument or backchat, display that we are okay. We need to know we are calm attention and understanding. appreciated. It gives confidence and we are able to negotiate the day’s challenges 2. Being one another’s cheerleaders and with courage and self-assurance. “You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” Dr Seuss