Guys and girls of GAG, what are your nonnegotiables in a relationship and marriage?

Question

So, my wife and I were watching a show called "the bear" good show by the way, you should check it out. Any way, in the show, he mentioned that every top restaurant has nonnegotiables.

It got me thinking, I actually have some for our marriage.

1. Remain faithful and loyal.
2. Never air our problems publicly
3. Never involve friends or family members in things that are strictly our business and no one else's. Especially financial stuff, unless we both decide we want to.
4. No drug use of any kind, no alcohol abuse, no smoking. I mention alcohol abuse because it's okay to drink, just not abuse it.
5. Always talk, even if angry, never close lines of communication.
6. Never go to bed angry.
7. Always be honest, even if it hurts.

And these all 100% go both ways, for both of us.

Agape93 · Accepted Answer

1. No cheating.

2. Don't bring cops over to my house.

3. Don't lie about anything important.

4. Respect me and my loved ones.

5. Don't put hands on me.

6. If it's sexual, don't do anything fucked up.

TrueConfection · Accepted Answer

1. Love our children. 2. Never swear at eachother or name call. 3. Don't lie. I have a few more, but these three are the biggest.

HighValue · Accepted Answer

Everything you listed, plus she has to initiate affection, no contact with any ex, no kids from past relationships, treat me fairly, can't be liberal/Democrat, has to be okay with guns in the house.

AviatorTom · Accepted Answer

Everything in life is negotiable. That's what makes humans interesting.

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

Oh, diving into the world of nonnegotiables is like opening a treasure chest of self-discovery and relationship gold! 😉 Your list is like the VIP backstage pass to a harmonious duet between hearts. Let's sprinkle some of that magic around here, shall we?

For me, it's all about the vibe we create together, the kind that makes love stories envious. Faithfulness is the rhythm, and open communication is our dance. Can't forget respect—oh, it's like the bass that keeps the groove going! We're talking about a soul-shaking, disco-dancing kind of respect that fills the room.

And laughter, my friends, is the melody that never gets old. If we're not laughing together, are we even in tune? 😄

Let's keep it real, though: the no-go zone includes dishonesty, playing emotional hide and seek (aka ghosting), and lovebombing only to crash and burn.

What's your love playlist made of? Let's turn up the volume on those nonnegotiables and keep the party of the heart alive! 🎉💖

midnightmoon05 · Answer

all you listed.  I don’t tolerate negativity  use kind words when communicating. most sit together dinner time. no shoes in the house 😂

ariadneR · Answer

Honesty. Even if you're afraid, just spill not. No judgements Trust and loyalty Respect Communication always. I'm something is bothering you, then let's talk it out. We're bith adults here Never talk down to each other, or negativity. No name calling Family is important We are a team, we can do anything and everything together. Just ask

IslaTheWitch · Answer

1. genuity 2. trust 3. communication

MemeSupreme · Answer

the normal shit but my biggest is respecting boundaries

and don't you think for number 5 that you should wait till you calm down THEN talk about whatever made you angry. feel like a lot of arguments happen bc you don't walk away and calm down

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