India, March 1 -- Literature and films often paint romantic relationships in an idealised, carefree light. However, such is rarely the case in the real world. All relationships need work, and conflicts are as common as cardamom in biryani.

However, despite the efforts that partners need to put in to make it work, there are certain signs that point to relationships being healthy. Taking to Instagram on February 28, Jeff Guenther, a licensed professional counsellor based in Portland, shared three such signs based on attachment research.

If a person feels so safe with their partner that they can be vulnerable without the fear of punishment or abandonment, then it is a sign of a healthy relationship.

According to Jeff, research that goes b...