Relationships these days are anything but traditional.

Situationships have taken center stage in defining what a modern relationship is and sponsor types of relationships are on a constant rise.

While such modern relationships are on the spotlight more, does not mean that there are no ‘traditional’ relationships anymore.

For those that are done having fun and have found someone to be serious with then these simple tips could help maintain your relationship for longer - this is not a guarantee but it does help.

1.Be clear about what you want from the relationship

One issue that a lot of millenials seem to have these days is the inability to define what their relationship is thus situationships.

play Couple on a date (Courtesy)

It is very easy to find yourself in a situationshop these days and if the person you are with is unable to properly define what the two of you are to one another then it might be best to move right along.

2.Stay faithful

Side pieces are so common in conversation these days that it’s no longer shocking.

Staying faithful will weed out a lot of problems in so many relationships and make your relationship last longer.

3.Talk out your problems and stop splashing it all over your social media

Social media has become such a big part of our lives that a lot of people feel the need to always air out their dirty laundry on there.

play Woman looking at her phone in shock (Think Pynk)

Everyone has the right to do whatever they want to do on their social media but it would be best to keep some things out of the public eye for a lengthy healthy relationship.

4.Be rational and mature

Don’t be quick to walk out of your relationship over things that re able to be solved over a conversation. They said something that hurt your feelings, how about talking it out instead of giving that person the silent treatment.

It just shows your level of maturity and it’s not looking that great.

5.Be spontaneous

play Happy couple lying on the grass (eHarmony)

If things get a little bit boring in your love life, try doing something different from the norm to bring back the spark.