Falling in Love With Your Partner Again
Falling out of love doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s time to end the relationship. You may not wake up every day feeling as in love with your partner as the first time you did.
It’s important to remember that at the beginning of your relationship, there were certain behaviors and actions made by both you and your partner, that caused you to fall in love. The same is true for falling back in love. The only difference is that now, you must be more deliberate and intentional. You must work to keep your love alive.
Below are a few ways to begin reconnecting with your partner to help you get that spark back.
FORGIVENESS
Making mistakes is inevitable and we all, at some point, need forgiveness. Forgiveness is important for the success of a relationship and it’ll be challenging to move forward in a relationship if you don’t forgive your partner. It’s counterproductive to not forgive while trying to work on the relationship. If held onto long enough, unforgiveness can become bitterness, frustration, resentment. Love can’t thrive in the same environment.
If your goal is to work it out, trying to get back at your partner will only extend the pain and stifle hope for progress in your relationship. Seeking revenge won’t change what happened and it’s very unlikely to change how you feel. Forgiving isn’t always easy. Whenever thoughts of the pain or betrayal come to mind, don’t dwell on them.
KINDNESS
Try your best to be kind to your partner. Your partner may even begin to mimic your behavior as well. It’s hard to be hostile and angry when someone is being nice, open, and soft towards you. Showing kindness towards your partner might not immediately result in them doing exactly what you want, but being soft and kind to one another are the beginning stages of opening yourselves up to be more receptive to one another’s thoughts and feelings.
COMMON INTERESTS
Personal interests can change over the course of a relationship. It’s normal and completely okay. Couples aren’t required to have all of the same interests in order to achieve a successful relationship. It’s even okay for couples to pursue their own personal interests/hobbies, but the issue is when one partner begins feeling disconnected or even bored in the relationship. This can put a strain on the relationship and even make a person question whether they’re even compatible.
Remember that each of us has the capacity to change. Try new experiences and hobbies with your partner. If the first few tries aren’t a good fit for you both, don’t get discouraged. Keep trying. Consider this as an opportunity for and adventure and quality time. Newfound interests will give you and your partner a lot to talk about and connect with.
SHOWING APPRECIATION
Showing appreciation is essential to nurturing a healthy relationship. There are so many ways to show that you appreciate your partner. 1-You could occasionally leave cute sticky notes around your home, telling your partner why you appreciate them. 2- Randomly buy thoughtful gifts. 3-Write a heartfelt letter, expressing to your partner how much they mean to you. 4- Take your partner out on dates. 5-Give them a break by offering to take on the household chores sometimes. 6-Book a relaxing couple’s spa. 7-Praise your partner in front of your friends and family. 8-You can even show appreciation by simply saying “Thank You” more.
Showing appreciation does not mean your relationship is perfect. Showing appreciation serves as a reminder of all the beautiful things about your partner. It can help to shift your focus from the negatives to the positives. Showing appreciation & praise can also motivate your partner to do more of what you’re appreciative of.
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