We often take our partner and love for granted. Time tends to make us a bit forgetful about how things used to be. More often than not, showing them how much you appreciate and love them doesn’t take too much effort. It is communicating your feelings in words and actions that reinforces your true feelings. So here are some tips to keep the love alive in your relationship.

1. Tell your best friend how much he means to you. A simple kiss on the lips with the words “I love you” is often enough.

2. Make it a point to thank them when they do something nice for you.

3. Let them now in your eyes, they are as beautiful/beautiful as the day you met them.

4. Make sure you do something a little special for them each day.

5. Men should buy flowers for their loves from time to time.

6. Make a point to hold her hands, not only at home but also when you go out.

7. Leave a little love note to let them know you care.

8. Take them out to dinner or cook them a special meal once in a while.

9. Give them a neck rub if they’re tense.

10. A gentle massage with fragrant oils can certainly set up a romantic interlude.

11. Take them on a picnic. Prepare a basket with your favorite food.

12. Spend quality time together.

13. Go out on a date like when you met.

14. Make anniversaries special. Don’t forget the card and a gift.

15. If you have an argument, make sure you reconcile before you go to bed.

16. Learn to forgive, as sometimes you will need forgiveness too.

17. Go on a special vacation together when you can afford it.

18. Get a babysitter and go out every few weeks as a couple to a restaurant or a movie.

19. Find an interest or hobby that you both would like to share.

20. If your love life is lacking, maybe get a book you can look at together to spice it up.

21. Stay healthy. Take a walk and exercise together if you can.

22. Eat healthy. Reduce the fats and sugars you consume. If you want to love your partner for a long time together, this is important in more ways than one.

23. Seek advice before a problem escalates. If there are constant arguments or harsh words, try to find a solution that is good for both of you.

24. Never ridicule your best friend. Try to keep swearing out of any discussion. If you do have a conversation, make sure it’s in private, away from family, friends, or complete strangers.

25. COMMUNICATE. Make sure to discuss things with your partner. From the small image to the largest. FEAR GROWS IN THE DARK. Try to be as open as possible considering the feelings of others, but make sure that if there are difficulties they can be discussed openly.

26. Always look into the eyes of your love. Smile and be happy to have someone special.

27. Never belittle your best friend and lover to anyone. “It was just a joke!” It doesn’t cut the mustard when you hurt your loves feeling cruel mockery.

28. Be happy with the person you are with. Never feel like the grass is greener unless you are not in your long-term relationship.

29. If you do something wrong, don’t blame the other, or find a weak excuse, or lie, honestly tell him you’re sorry and ask for forgiveness.

30. Remember t times to play lying children again. It doesn’t matter if the 25 or the 105 have fun and laugh together.

31. Write a love note and leave it for them to find.

32. Take a walk hand in hand through a park or on the beach.

33. Repeat step 1. Every day tell the other how much you care about him and love him. He takes his hands when you do. Smile at them and then kiss them. As you draw them in for a loving hug, passionately!

If this doesn’t work or doesn’t appeal to you, I’m sorry. It may be time to consider counseling or move on in life. But remember the power of these 3 words. “Love you!” Often this is all it takes to reinforce and remind yourself that you appreciate your lover, friend, and soulmate.