RELATIONSHIP/MARRIAGE INGREDIENTS.......let's discuss pls

What do you consider the most important ingredient in a relationship/marriage to make it work ? In my opinion ,a good relationship is virtually impossible without good communication. It is important for couples to realize that whatever you plan, think or feel, it will directly or indirectly affect your mate. One rule of life is that whether it is business or personal, knowledge is power. The more you know, the better you can prepare yourself to act accordingly. The most important quality in your relationship is how well you and your mate communicate and relate with each other. Effective communication is the lifeline for every relationship. Communication means talking, listening, reading body language, understanding, learning each other's sexual behavior and caring about what the other is saying. Also, for a relationship to grow, couples should share activities and interests that are both meaningful and enjoyable to each of them. If a partner is always giving in to what the other wants to do, this will eventually lead to feelings of resentment. It is true that opposites attract, but you and your mate must have enough qualities in common to sustain a long-term meaningful relationship.