Love is at the heart of every lasting relationship, but keeping that spark alive can sometimes be
challenging, especially during crazy schedules.
Whether you’re newlyweds or decades into marriage, nurturing your bond will help you keep the
love in your relationship.
If you are struggling with this, here are some tips to help you keep the love alive and thriving in
your marriage!
Keep Dating Each Other
One of the simplest ways to keep love alive is to never stop dating your spouse.
Schedule in some regular date nights, whether at a restaurant, movie theater, or a cozy evening at home. This will help remind you what it was like when you were dating each other and keep
that love alive.
The focus should be on fun, relaxation, and reconnecting away from the day-to-day stress of life.
Be Playful Together
A little playfulness goes a long way in building intimacy.
Share inside jokes, surprise each other with silly games, or reminisce about funny moments
from your past.
Laughter is powerful as it not only relieves stress but also helps you to develop a deeper
connection.
Keeping things lighthearted helps you to see your relationship as joyful and less like a
responsibility.
Do Small Acts of Love
One of the easiest ways to develop intimacy with your spouse is through the small, everyday
acts.
Surprise your spouse with a letter in their work bag, draw a heart on the bathroom mirror, or
simply share a text of appreciation after a long day. It’s often the little things that remind your partner of your affection and commitment and will help
you both be ready when you have time to be more intimate with each other.
Keep Learning About Each Other
Even after years together, people grow and change. Keeping the love alive means you have to
stay curious about your partner.
Ask them questions, discuss their new interests, and discover what excites them. Regular
conversations focused on learning about each other will help keep your relationship strong and
prevent the relationship from feeling stagnant.
Prioritize Physical Affection
Physical touch is an essential way to maintain intimacy and show love. It doesn’t have to be
limited to the bedroom, though!
Holding hands, a warm hug, or a kiss before heading out the door can share your love. Making
an effort to show physical affection creates a sense of comfort and belonging and helps your
love grow until you can get into the bedroom!
“Love isn’t just something I feel; it’s what I am when I’m with you.”
Learn Each Other’s Love Language
We all have different love languages, and when you finally understand how your partner feels
loved, it will make all the difference.
Here are the five different love languages:
● Physical touch
● Words of affirmation
● Gifts
● Quality time
● Acts of service
Talk about each of the five love languages and take the quiz to see each other’s top language.
Then, find simple ways to show love in your partner’s love language. You might be surprised at
how your intimacy grows from those simple acts!
Keeping the love alive is about nurturing a relationship with small, continuous actions that build over time.
Start practicing these small daily habits and watch your love and intimacy grow, even if you
don’t have much time together.
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