By their very nature, the bonds of a relationship are fragile and must be respected and cared for in order to thrive. Each partner in the relationship has the responsibility of offering value to the other partner for the creation of a natural balance. When this balance is upset is when problems begin. A relationship that is unbalanced will eventually dissolve, generally leaving one partner holding on to hopes of resolution. Being the partner seeking resolution can be a lonely, difficult state of affairs, but there is always a way to salvage even the darkest situation.