It’s nice when you’re together with someone and no longer have to worry about the in’s and out’s of dating, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop trying to keep the spark alive.
To keep things fresh and exciting, you might want to engage in some various ways to rev up your partner’s interest in you, even if the relationship is going well.
Whether you want to do more romantic activities, spice things up in the bedroom, or just spend more quality time connecting emotionally, it can’t hurt to put in a little bit of extra effort — if you’re up for it, of course.
A successful relationship requires sustained love and attention, but if you’re not sure exactly how to do that, you might want to consider these 8 ways to rev up your partner’s interest in you.
1. Incorporate more touch
A great place to start is by making time for intimacy. This may seem like a given, but it can fall by the wayside, even with the best of intentions. Even ten minutes a day of touching, kissing and intimately connecting with your partner can make a big difference.
2. Spend some time doing your own thing
Spending a lot of time with the person you love is great, but it turns out, absence really does make the heart grow fonder. A study found that couples in long-distance relationships have more meaningful interactions and higher levels of intimacy than couples who see each other on a daily basis. This doesn’t mean you should stop spending time with your loved one, but take a day or two to do your own thing here and there.
3. Do something new and adventurous
Whether you take a trip or just try a new activity together, doing something new with your partner can help keep that honeymoon phase alive. A study found that couples who spent time together doing new and exciting activities were more satisfied with their relationships than couples who participated in non-special activities.
4. Express your gratitude
Everyone wants to feel that they are appreciated. By shifting your focus to what your partner is doing right, you take your mind off of nagging thoughts of what they did to annoy or frustrate you. When you acknowledge your partner by showing gratitude for them, you’ll inspire them to want to do more to please you.
5. Actively support your partner’s interests
Want a surefire way to strengthen your relationship and make your partner feel happy and secure? Support their endeavors. Research shows that people are more satisfied in their relationships when their partners actively support their efforts to expand their own horizons.
6. Experiment in the bedroom
There are so many ways to play and explore in the bedroom. When you mix it up, you’ll find new ways to please and be pleased. Give your sweetie a sensual massage, or surprise them with a new toy. “The body’s potential for pleasure is so vast, and experimentations can continue for the rest of your lives, so never stop trying new things and you’ll keep the spark alive.”
7. Ditch the electronics
If you both log off of Facebook and Instagram, you might find that you suddenly are forced to become more engaged with each other on a more deeper level. Turn off the tv, set down laptops, tablets and phones, and talk with your partner. It may sound awkward at first, but it honors that you’re both committed to each other.
