sure you are engaging in an activity that you both can enjoy . If you have very busy schedules , then make sure you make time for your relationship . This can be 10 minutes each morning to have breakfast together . This can also be 15 minutes at bedtime talking about your day or things that are on your mind . Text each other throughout the day to let your partner know you are thinking of them .
6Be appreciative of all your partner does for you . Thank your partner on a regular basis for all of the big and little things they do for you and your relationship . Never stop with this basic manner of appreciation or your partner will feel like you are taking them for granted . Look for things that you can give sincere and genuine compliments about .
7Develop more emotional vulnerability . Talk about your dreams , fears , and goals for the future . Be slow to interrupt your partner when they are sharing their thoughts and feelings on these more serious and meaningful topics . Just listen . Strive to understand and to truly show interest in what they have to say . Regularly ask your partner how they are feeling . Don ’ t just assume you know . If you plug in at a truly caring and interested level , your partner will share things that will lead you both to a deeper level of connection . Do not use the vulnerable things they share with you in an argument or you could do longstanding damage to your emotional connection .
8Practice positive conflict resolution skills . Be someone who can stay calm in an argument or during a tense conversation with your partner . Strive to be a person who responds instead of someone who reacts . Actively listen and strive to understand your partner ’ s perspective before you respond . Maintain a calm and well-modulated tone of voice . Aim to find a resolution to your problems that works for both of you .
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February 2025 | Valdosta Scene 37