subject: 5 Dating Resolutions For Couples For A Better Relationship [print this page] Some people think that their relationship is okay, that they are satisfied, but is your partner feeling the same way? There is always room for improvement, whether it be for you or your relationship. This year, strive more for you and your partner, aim for the best- for your partner and the relationship you have with him or her. Here are just some tips as to get you started.
New year's resolution #1: Compliment and admire each other more. You should learn to show more admiration than criticisms. Couples fight now and then but remember that you should put the criticisms on the down low. The happiest couples learn to balance a specific ratio or positive to negative comments, that is: " saying five positive things, against one criticism".
Learn to at least give three sincere compliments a day to your partner. We often find it easy to find fault and criticise than giving out praise. Couples should learn to build up the relationship even in the simplest ways. Build it up instead of breaking it down.
New year's resolution #2: Take time not just to talk but to connect with each other. Sometimes couples get too busy about work that they often go home, rest, and then feel disconnected to each other which is sad. For couples to actually work out a relationship, they need to talk. Don't just talk, you need to go beyond the superficial talks. Spend some time together, forget about your jobs, the chores, etc,. Just the two of you, share the moment. Spend at least 10 minutes each day and talk. Look at each others eyes, touch each other's hearts, and reconnect with each other.
New year's resolution #3: Do something fun together. Some couples get too serious and forget about all the fun; goofing off, just the two of you together. I mean do something fun at least twice a week- and no, pigging out on the sofa watching movies is not one of those. Go out to the park, play ball, have a picnic, play games, go skiing, learn a new hobby, see a movie, visit museums, etc.. Take time to plan ahead, each week ask each other what to do, what your partner's choices are. This way you can learn each others interests while having fun, experience new things which can deepen your love and intimacy.
New year's resolution #4: Be in the present with your partner. Live in the moment with your partner. This fosters genuine communication, intimacy and enjoyment; other than that, you can also improve how you communicate and avoid minor issues turning into major ones. Discuss the problems as they occur and not later, and avoid bringing up past hurts in the conversation. By doing so you can have a better sense of empathy for your partner and be in harmony in the present.
New year's resolution #5: Communicate daily. Often, the men have a hard time to communicate when they see that their partner is getting serious, they would tend to avoid them. Often times, your partner's friends, co-workers or family knows more about what they want other than you. You'll never know what's in their minds, what's bothering them unless you ask them. You wanted them to feel happy, safe and loved with you; show them that you care. Work out your communication skills and learn to interact with them. Don't bottle up your emotions, when you need to talk- then talk.
This is a new year, for you and your loved one. Show them that you care and that you want your relationship to be better this year. Show them that you love them and make the effort. You partner will appreciate your efforts.
by: Andrea Carless
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