In every Bollywood movie the hero first has to fight through a hundred thugs, and at the same time become extremely rich and famous. But the heroine’s father is still not convinced so he will fight another group of bad guys, only this time with the purpose of rescuing the heroine from their clutches. Finally after a lot of ketchup action and a few songs, he rescues the damsel in distress, convinces the father and they get married. Roll credits. No Bollywood movie ever tells about the story after marriage.
We all know marriage is a marathon and not a sprint. A marathon requires a lot of hard work and stamina to get through. But we also need the occasional water breaks, energy drinks and power bars to keep us going when you’re looking out of it. So here are some high energy tips to help get your relationship back on track.
Innovative date night
This should be very easy to follow. Have a special evening reserved every week just for the two of you. And every week go to a different restaurant. But don’t just have dinner, go see a movie or try something different like watching a stand-up show. The solution might just be to spend some time together which might have not been possible because of work pressure.
Vacation
Nothing screams ‘relaxation’ like a vacation. Take a few days off work and travel to a new destination that will intrigue your senses and makes you unwind and loosen up. Spending time together on vacation will also help you communicate better with your spouse. These vacations do not have to be long either. Maybe a five hour journey to a nearby resort or scenic landmark over a long weekend will help you reconnect.
Appreciation
Everyone loves to be appreciated. Appreciation gives people a sense of happiness and self esteem. List down all the times your partner helped you out or did something really nice for you. And make sure you thank them each and every one of those times. Let them know how supportive they were in your time of need and support them back the same way when they need it. You could also show your appreciation through gifts or little tokens of admiration.
Don’t hold a grudge
Negativity and anger can destroy the thin string that holds together any marriage. There is a fine line between advice and criticism and that line is called understanding. If there is something you are upset about don’t bring it up in a harsh way. Try and understand your partner’s point of view on the subject of argument. There is always a way to avoid unhealthy confrontation and it’s by listening. By reaching a middle ground you can build strength on that foundation to take your relationship forward.