Past interactions and events help shape and mold you into the person you are today. The good, the bad, and the ugly parts of your childhood stay with you all the way through adulthood.

Everything started off perfectly just like you were made for one another. You were two peas in a pod. You found the peanut butter to your jelly. The conversation flowed from the start. With each date, you grew closer and so did the bond you shared together.

When it comes to mental illness, the primary focus tends to be on the individual who is impacted by it. The main topic of conversation is based on the person's symptoms and what they can do to try to better manage and overcome them.

No matter how good you and your partner are for one another or how much you love each other, conflict is bound to happen. At some point, you'll disagree on something, which can cause conflict, tension, and stress.

Your relationship means a lot to you, so much so you naturally want to show up as the best version of yourself.