Buddhism and Relationships

By Victor M Fontane

Buddhism can be a guide for enlightened relationships in many ways, including romantic relationships and family relationships:

• Romantic relationships Buddhism encourages nonattachment in romantic relationships, and teaches people to accept their partner unconditionally. This is said to lead to personal fulfillment. Some advice for Buddhist relationships includes: 

• Building relationships on happiness.

• Communicating honestly, lovingly, and non-violently.

• Not taking criticism personally.

• Being gentle.