It is true what they say that there is no perfect relationship—the one which has been plucked out of a fairy tale having a happy ending. Those kinds of relationships only exist in our dreams. We have to face reality and that is something made up of problems, mistakes and sometimes, pain. A hopeless romantic as you are, do not try to keep up with the events in a fairy tale and try to avoid all these romantic mistakes as you can.

Rushing things. The modern world has taught us to love things which give us instant gratification. But when it comes to relationships, time is important. You can never force someone to like you instantly especially if you are not his or her type.

Immediately believing what you have been told. In a romantic relationship, you also need to be skeptical and analytical about the things that have been told to you. Find ways to verify claims and you could avoid unnecessary confrontations.

Living in the world of romantic fantasy. We live in a concrete, material world. It’s about time to outgrow those childhood fantasies, leave the fairy tale love story behind and face the problems in all its real aspects. Your partner is a person who has a unique set of traits and characteristics so avoid making unreasonable demands on him or her especially if you have just created these based on how your relationship “should be”.

Making your own image of your partner. This is one of the major causes of break-ups. Once you are in a relationship, grab the opportunity to know your partner better. Don’t create your own version of him or her because you will both end up frustrated with each other. Respect each other’s differences and work the relationship out based on your common interests.

Not being sure about yourself. The other party suffers if you enter a relationship without you knowing what you really want. You may be lost along the process while trying to figure out what makes you happy, what makes you depressed or which qualities you look for in a partner. Before settling down with somebody, make sure you have decided on the important things first.

These things are the most commonly ignored facts, which is why a huge number of relationships end up in a bitter manner. If you want a long-lasting relationship, keep yours grounded on the real world.