Joy feelings magazine September 2019 Issue | Page 20

pressure on one another to commit to anything too soon. Along the
way, remember to check in and see where your partner’s at. The more
you invite their opinion, the easier it is to have healthy communication.
Talk to each other more often
It’s reported that the happiest married folks spend about five hours
every week hanging out and just talking. Yep, that’s all! Just chatting!
Have sex once a week (or more)
Couples who get down and dirty once a week are 44 percent more
likely to have positive feelings about themselves, about their partner,
and about the relationship in general. Start having sex every few days,
and you’re 55 percent more likely to be happy.
Laugh more in each other’s company
Research suggests that couples who engage in “shared laughter” are
more satisfied in their relationship and they find it easier to remember
all the good they’ve got between them. As soon as you get the laughter
rolling you might feel closer than you did before.
Share new experiences together