The document discusses what makes a long-term relationship last by addressing how to abolish conflicts through validation and avoidance, establishing a close friendship through respect, and enriching the sexual relationship through passion. It concludes that the ability to resolve conflicts, develop a pure and close friendship, and have a rich sexual connection are keys to making a relationship last for the long term.

1. What Makes a Relationship Last? Erfan Adibzadeh COMM 1201 – S. Freeney 04/28/11

2. Types of Relationships Short-term relationship Few mounts or years Long-term relationship Life time

3. How to Make a Long Lasting Relationship Abolishing the conflicts Having a very close friendship Establishing a rich sexual relationship

4. Abolishing the Conflicts Validate Volatile Avoid conflict

5. Having a very close friendship Respect

6. Establishing a rich sexual relationship Passion

7. Conclusion… Gain the ability to resolve conflicts Make a pure and close friendship Have a rich sexual connection

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