Ever dreaded the thought of heading home, because you have to deal with a world of negativity from your partner? Tired of constantly bickering over petty stuff? Feel like you’re carrying the weight of a failing relationship on your shoulders and don’t know how to fix things?
Well, when there’s a will, there’s always a way. If you think that your relationship is worth saving, then you should spare no expense when it comes to making things work. Your partner should be your number one priority, and making them happy is the key to staying together.
Nobody wants to be stuck in an unhappy partnership, and it’ll do you good to always remember that. There are plenty of things that you can do to make your relationship better. Some are long term solutions, whereas others are quick fixes.
Keep in mind that while you’re on your quest to make things right, you may be faced with questions like, “What’s gotten into you?” and “Are you high?” but you have to persevere and make it happen. Let your partner know that you’re trying something new, and you’d appreciate it if they kept the jokes to a minimum and jump on board. This way, they’re fully incorporated in your grand plan to make your relationship a little better and will play an active role in it.
# Surprise sex
A surefire way to instantly make your relationship better is to spring surprise sex on your partner. Ladies, get yourself a sexy wax, and boys, be sure to trim the rainforest. Surprise your partner by reliving the passion and spark that was there in the early days of the relationship.
Make things even more interesting by doing it somewhere different and introducing toys, sexy lingerie and/or costumes. Let your partner know that you’re still hungry for them, and they will reciprocate in kind.
# Home cooked meal
They say that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and the same can be said for women. No woman in their right mind would turn down a delicious home cooked meal by her sweetheart. Be sure to sign off from work early, pick up fresh ingredients, and get cooking way before your partner gets home.
From a simple sushi dinner to a complicated confit de canard, put effort and love in whatever you make, and your partner will be sure to see and taste it. You get bonus points if you pair the meal with a good bottle of vino.
# Sensual bubble bathAnother simple way to improve your relationship is to surprise your partner with a simple yet effective gesture: a bath. Many couples are starting to find that bathtubs are no longer for luxurious soaks but for kids’ bath times. Bring back the vibe that you two shared pre-kids and draw a sensual bubble bath for your partner.
From scented candles and fancy bubble bath bombs to rose petals, go all out and impress your loved one. This isn’t just a treat for women. Even the manliest of men will appreciate a quiet soak in the tub after a long day at work.
# Quickie getaway
Stick your kids with the in-laws and head off for a quickie getaway with your lover the next time a weekend rolls around. There’s no need for a long, drawn out and expensive trip to the Bahamas. All you have to do is pick a lovely hotel in town and plan a nice stay-cation for two.
Make love all weekend long, order fancy room service and play tourist in your own city. Not only will this set the stage for a great and relaxing week ahead, it’ll also remind the two of you that you can still have fun together.
# Communicate wellCommunication is key when it comes to maintaining a good relationship. Silence isn’t golden when it comes to making things right, so be sure to talk to each other, and be sure to keep tempers out of it. Turn off all electronic devices and focus on one another. Outline the problems that you’re having and come up with effective solutions to combat them.
There’s a chance that talking about your problems may make things worse, as it can be tough trying not to get too aggressive and defensive. If you think that’s the case, then you can try talking about everyday stuff, but be sure to pepper the conversation with interesting points.