It's hard to stick to your resolution. Of course, if you have someone to help you out, then it won't be as difficult. That's why you should make couple's resolutions this year instead! Here are a few New Year's resolutions for couples that you should think about making with your boyfriend:
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1. Exercise Together
You two can sign up for a spin class at the gym together, join a team to play basketball together, or just work out in your living rooms together. As long as you're getting exercise, you're getting the job done.
2. Talk before You Fight
Promise each other that you'll actually talk to each other about why you're upset before you start yelling. You don't want to end up accusing him of something he didn't even do. That's why you need the facts first.
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3. Go on a Date a Week
It's easy to forget to go out on actual dates. That's why you two should make it your mission to go out on a "real" date at least once a week. It'll keep the romance alive.
4. Read Books Together
You can pick out a book, read it, and then pass it off to your partner. Then it'll be his turn to pick the title.
5. Don’t Bring up Old Fights
You two aren't going to last if you're always bringing up old fights. You need to get over the past if you want to look forward to your future.
6. Take a Class Together
You two can take a cooking class or a ballroom dancing class. Either way, it'll be fun, because you'll be together.
7. Start a New Hobby Together
You two can buy some yarn to learn to knit, or can buy some wood to learn how to do woodwork.
8. Play Video Games Together
There are some pretty intense multiplayer games. You two can work together to prove what a great team you are.
9. Give Frequent Massages
Make it your resolution to touch each other for more than sexual reasons. Every massage shouldn't lead to sex.
10. Give up a Bad Habit Together
If you both bite your nails, you can call each other out whenever the other person starts biting. That way, it'll be easier to remember not to give in to your bad habit.
11. Make Couple Friends
You don't have to make individual friends. Try to make couple friends, so you have someone to take out on double dates.
12. Say, "I Love You" More
You two shouldn't hesitate to admit how you feel. If you love him, tell him as often as you can.
13. Try New Things in Bed
If you're sexually active, you'll want to keep things exciting. The best way to do that is by trying something new in bed every month.
14. Spend More Time with Each Other's Families
You should consider his family your family. That's why you should agree to spend more time with them next year.
15. Save up Money for a Vacation
It's hard to save money. Of course, if you have a goal, like taking a trip to Disney, it'll be easier to resist blowing all of your cash.
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Couples should make a New Year's resolution to save up money for a vacation together. Setting a goal like taking a trip to Disney together can help couples stay motivated and committed to saving money. It's important to make a budget and stick to it, and to remember that it may take time to reach the desired savings goal. Couples should also consider taking advantage of discounts and promotions, such as airline miles or hotel deals. Finally, couples should remember to enjoy the process of saving up for their vacation, and to make sure to celebrate their successes along the way.
16. Start a Show Together
If you find a new show to watch together, you'll have something to do whenever you're bored.
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Couples should make watching a show together a priority in the new year. It is a great way to bond and spend quality time together. Not only that, but it can also help cultivate a shared interest in something and create a stronger connection between the two of you. Plus, it's something you can both look forward to when you're feeling bored or need a break from the mundane. Make it a point to pick a show that you both enjoy, and make it a regular part of your relationship.
17. Eat Dinner at the Table Together Every Night
Don't eat dinner in front of the television. Eat together at the table, so you have the chance to talk.
With the help of your man, you shouldn't have a hard time sticking to your promises! Did you end up sticking to your resolution last year?
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Ashlyn: At number seven I thought it said start a baby together...
Wendy: Oh Ashlyn, you are a silly girl. You make me laugh. That was a good one. I
alka: 14 is a no on my end
Nique: Cool!
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