Dating tips for healthy relationships

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Dating tips for healthy relationships

You may have read tips on how to impress a date. We'd rather focus on how to start a strong, happy relationship. Below are some ways to do that.

Teen tips for healthy dating

Click the hearts for some ways to start a great relationship.

Ask yourself questions.
Ask your date questions.
Listen well.
Open up.
Speak up.
Agree on ground rules.
Look for signs.

What traits do you want in a partner? Do you want someone funny, smart, or something else? Do you want someone who shares your values, interests, or goals?