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How to Rekindle your Relationship
November 1st, 2012
Your guide to falling in love all over again
by: Elizabeth Pantley
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Rekindling Relationships
- Ignore the frustrating little things he does and focus on the things that make you smile, like how he plays with the kids.
- Pay him a compliment–it not only makes him feel loved, it makes him feel more loving.
- Anytime you feel annoyed, take a minute to ask yourself: “How important is this?” and “Is this worth picking a fight over?”
- Make the effort to touch your partner more often, whether it’s a pat, a hug, a kiss or a shoulder massage.
- Take small, daily snippets of time when you can enjoy uninterrupted conversation and share your thoughts and feelings.
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as your relationship been pushed down your list of priorities since having children? Your relationship with your partner is the foundation upon which your entire family is structured–so if your marriage is strong, your whole family will be strong, you’ll be a better parent, and you’ll be a happier person. Here’s how to reconnect with your partner:1. Make a commitment
To maintain a strong relationship or marriage, you must be willing to put time, effort and thought into nurturing it. Not only may you fall in love with your partner or spouse all over again, but your children will benefit. Children need daily proof that their family life is stable and predictable. When you make a commitment to your relationship, your children will feel the difference and blossom because their home life is thriving.
The surprising secret is that this doesn’t have to take any extra time in your already busy schedule. Just a change in attitude and a committed focus can yield a stronger, happier relationship.