Keep Your Relationship Healthy By Practicing These 8 Daily Habits

All couples want their relationships to be as happy and healthy as possible. No relationship is perfect, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t strive to be the best partner you can be and keep your connection going strong. Here are 8 habits to practice daily to make that happen

  1. Make simple but sweet gestures throughout the day. Express your affection by reconnecting with your partner as often as possible when you’re away from each other. You can do it by calling to say “I love you,” sending a short but sweet text during your break time at work, or preparing a surprise dinner at home. These acts may seem small and simple, but you’d be surprised about how they can strengthen your relationship if you put them into application daily.
  2. Be physically and mentally present when you’re together. More often than not, you spend much of your day distracted by your phone, laptop, or other form of technology. There will be moments when you’re sitting right next to each other but you actually couldn’t be further apart because your focus is on something else. Turn off the TV and put the phone or laptop away the next time you’re together. Make your presence felt and build connection by giving each other your undivided attention.
  3. Appreciate each other. As your relationship progresses, you may feel so comfortable with each other that sometimes, saying thank you for the simple things is forgotten. Your partner won’t know you you’re thankful unless you actually say it. This is why it’s crucial to show your appreciation for the little things by thanking your partner and acknowledging their efforts. Not only will they feel loved and appreciated, but it trains you to focus on the good things your partner has done instead of what they didn’t do.
  4. Talk about your goals and dreams often. Whether it’s before bed or first thing when you wake up in the morning, it’s essential to have a positive conversation about your aspirations and goals as a couple. Doing so will remind you each day that you’ve got to work as a team to turn your dreams to reality. It will help both of you stay inspired and motivated in your relationship.
  5. Apologize and forgive. Even if you’ve been together for the longest time, sometimes you step on your partner’s toes unintentionally. This is why it’s important to apologize sincerely and to make up for your mistakes. Being forgiving is also equally important, as the act of forgiveness makes your partner realize how much value you put in them and in the relationship.
  6. Spend time with yourself. Being in a relationship doesn’t mean that you should say goodbye to your personal identity. Find time to pursue your hobbies and do things that make you fulfilled as an individual. This way, when you spend time with your partner again, you feel recharged and you’re able to give more of yourself in the relationship.
  7. Maintain the intimacy. Keep the passion and romance alive by giving away kisses, holding hands while walking, snuggling every chance you get, and continuing those little things you do that make your partner feel how much you can’t get enough of them every second. Be like honeymooners, even if you’ve been together for years already.
  8. Be each other’s cheerleader. Relationships are not all butterflies and unicorns. There will be days you’ll feel down and there’s no one better to cheer you and lift your spirit up than each other. Celebrate the victories, support and encourage each other during setbacks, and just be around for each other through thick or thin.
Maine Belonio is a twenty-something mom and writer who has a penchant for coffee, long distance running, Tolkien, Switchfoot, and Jesus. Find her broken, honest, and brave musings at mainebelonio.com.
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