Everyone wants a happily ever after kind of life, but that only exists in fairy tales because being in a relationship is hard work, not just hard work but it is group work. Everyone has to play their role effectively.
In the spirit of working hard, here are some things you and bae should start doing to make the relationship last.
1. Watch TV
Watching TV is the simplest (and cheapest) way to spend time together. Each night before bed, make a few hours for your partner and catch up on your favourite TV shows. This also helps happy couples bond over a warm cuddle session on the couch. Movies create a good conversation starter so you’ll never run out of things to say when you’re together.
2. Show PDA
If your partner’s love language is physical touch, they will love public displays of affection. Touching your partner every so often establishes a physical, emotional, sexual and intellectual connection. You don’t have to have a make-out session. Honestly, that’s annoying to onlookers. However, you can be subtle by holding their waist or a light hand placement while on a date.
3. Have A Tradition
Whether it’s game night every Thursday or you send each other songs in the morning instead of a good morning text, these simple traditions help happy couples strengthen their relationships.
Additionally, having your own special thing as couples makes the relationship feel exclusive. These traditions could start earlier on in the relationship or you could pick them up as you go along. Either way, they work.
4. Snuggle In Bed
Just the thought of it gives you goosebumps, right? Imagine how good it feels to actually do it. Holding each other for at least five minutes every morning and night helps you relax hence sleeping or waking up in a good mood. This is absolutely important for a happy relationship. If you’re stressed, it’s harder to express affection which puts a strain on a relationship.
5. Compromise
You don’t have to be right all the time. Let your partner have the last word from time to time and you might be one of those happy couples you admire. If it’s always your way (or your partner’s way), you might be setting yourself up for failure. Keep an open mind and be willing to try your partner’s way. Besides, it feels good to let loose occasionally.
6. Say The Magic Words
Happy couples are kind to one another. They show respect, gratitude and affection using words like “thank you” “please” and “I love you”. Their respect and love for each other doesn’t change no matter what. For them, their relationship isn’t a fad and they take it seriously. Therefore, they go the extra mile to express their love for their partner. This simple words affirm their commitment to the relationship and strengthen their bond with each other.