Simple Ways to Improve Your Relationship
Arguing is normal, and in fact healthy for a relationship. However, most people consider arguments as a “win-lose” situation, and often, both partners want to win at the expense of the relationship. Aside from frequent, unhealthy fights, other factors could affect a relationship and lead it to its end. These include insecurity, codependency, lack of communication, lack of intimacy, and so on.
Fortunately, we need not always take big actions or make dramatic changes just to improve our relationship. Often, small tweaks can be tremendously helpful.
The following are simple tips that can actually make substantial effects on your romantic relationship:
Empathise. Displaying empathy can lead to fulfilling romantic relationships. But this has always been a real challenge for many. Often, it is difficult to see things from the perspective of another person. But it is not impossible. In a 2012 study published in the Journal of Family Psychology, it was found that a partners’ relationship satisfaction increased when they perceived that their partner was making an effort to read what they were thinking and feeling, regardless of the level of accuracy. When your partner is feeling upset, it is important for you to try to understand what they are feeling.
Listen. Take time to listen to your partner’s needs, emotions, reactions and wants. This will help you gain a clearer and deeper understanding of your partner, and your relationship. When you listen effectively, you can develop empathy towards your significant other.
Appreciate. Instead of complaints, show gratitude. By giving more attention to the positive things in your relationship, including the positive traits you like about your partner, you will find it easier to forgive and forget, and love them even more. When you notice something good about your partner – whether it’s her slimming waist line, his new outfit, or her new haircut – say it. And don’t forget to appreciate their efforts – cleaning the house, preparing you a cup of coffee, helping your child do his homework, feeding the dogs, etc.
Touch more, kiss more. Just touching your partner or giving them a tight hug can take your relationship to a higher level. Physical touch is so powerful in a marriage that it can positively impact physical health. For instance, it has been known to reduce stress, promote cardiovascular health, and reduce blood pressure. Physical touch is also a powerful communicator. Soft touches on your spouse’s arms show that you support and care much about him or her, whilst a warm hug indicates how happy you are to see him or her again. Add some kisses to express your deep love and affection.
Laugh more. Humour heals. When you laugh, you empty your body of stress, giving more space for positive feelings. Injecting fun, silliness and laughter in your relationship is one way to strengthen your emotional bond – which in turn makes you much closer to each other.
Work hard, play harder. Work without play makes for dull relationships. Romantic relationships flourish when couples play and laugh together. Stop taking every single thing so seriously and learn to see the funny side of life.
Try incorporating some if not all of these tips and you will be amazed of how your relationship could improve.
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