Love Advice

So, as part of my moving forward in life phase, I've been really thinking about what I'm looking for in a relationship. Because, let's face it, there's no point just putting yourself in the same situation over and over... even though I'm completely guilty of doing so.
But I'm trying to keep some standards up now. I want a relationship that's going to be good for me.
Watching some people's relationships through social networking sites, I've caught myself occasionally thinking about stuff I've learned and what I really wish I could say, but won't since it's not my relationship to work out and since they didn't ask for it.
So I've been really thinking about this: What is some advice I've learned over the past few years that I not only give out, but that I should really start following myself for standards?
So, my thoughts on relationships for me (because obviously, not every relationship will work the same, and not everyone will want to follow this and it'll work out completely fine):

• Never leave the one you love for the one you like.
  Seriously. I've learned that one the hard way. You have a better chance fixing whatever is wrong with the one you love. If you go for the one you like, chances are it's not going to work out and then you're just overall fucked.
• Trust is a big key to a relationship.
  Never just completely give your trust out, because they should have to earn some. At the same time though, if they have never given you a reason to NOT trust them, there's no point in holding something against them that's never actually happened, and they deserve to have that initial trust to build off of.
• Communication is another key to a good relationship.
  Let's face it, if you never fucking talk about your problems, you're never going to solve anything and it's eventually going to just fall through anyway. So you might as well be able to openly discuss certain issues, and work together on things.... or it'll all just fall to shit because you aren't willing to discuss the problem and work on how you can solve it with me.
• Each relationship is a new person, new experiences, NEW EVERYTHING.
  So in otherwords, don't pull grudges from your old relationship in your new one. I understand sometimes when you've been through the same shit over and over, you'll have trust issues. But accusing someone of doing something they haven't even done, BIG no-no. Almost a guaranteed break up right there, or at least it is for me. This goes back to the trust thing. If the person has never given you a reason to not trust them, then fucking trust them. By saying things like "You're going to cheat on me since everyone else I've dated has.", you're basically saying you have absolutely no trust in them, and you're not even giving them a chance to prove that they are better than that. Exactly why I do not tolerate that shit, because if you're not even going to bother giving me a chance, why the fuck should I waste my time on you? Don't compare me to your exes, because I'm a completely different person than them. (If you can't tell, this is something I have a big problem with.)
• It's the little things in a relationship that can make some of the biggest impacts.So, let's say on some random day, you just buy a simple rose. Or just hold the door open. Or a tiny little sweet kiss on the hand or cheek. It's cheap, simple, and it's not asking for much. And it's completely romantic and sweet. And sometimes, those little things can just make the bond that much stronger. It's incredible. One thing I learned to do (which has sort of been an issue in the past) is to put my phone away. I use to text alllll the time. Now, I can tell a difference in when I put my phone away and pay more attention, and when I'm busy on the phone. So it's something I try to consider now.

Just a few things from my past that I've noticed and things I'm striving towards in my future for relationships. It's things I want, need, and could ask for in a relationship. I know I have loads more in my head, but currently I'm drawing a blank on some other things so I'll leave it there. However, I know I'll get to where the relationship WON'T be perfect (because it never will be, it's part of being human) but at least super functional and amazing. And someday, I will find someone truly incredible and special. I've been a bit pessimistic lately, but things are looking up, I hope for the better. :)