Have you been with the same guy for a while and are wondering how to keep your relationship from going stale? The beginning of your relationship was so fun and exciting, but now it seems like things are getting a bit dull? While dating can be wonderful, the unfortunate side of dating long term is that after you have been with the same person for a while, things can start to become old hat. But this doesn't need to be the case! There are ways to keep your relationship fun and fresh! So, here are a few ways to keep your relationship from going stale.
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Push and Pull
A great way to keep your relationship from going stale is through the use of the push and pull theory. Basically, this involves pushing your partner away from you and then pulling them back in, which in turn generates attraction. One concrete example of push and pull is to go in for a kiss then just barely let your lips graze his. Then when he goes to kiss you, pull away a bit. This will make him want to kiss you even more. It's a simple, yet effective, way of keeping your relationship fun and flirty.
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Give a Little, Not a Lot
Going off of the push and pull theory is giving a little, but not a lot in terms of your relationship. By giving a little but not always going "all the way," you keep your guy constantly wanting more. This keeps your relationship fresh because it keeps romantic tension strong.
Giving a little but not a lot in a relationship is a great way to maintain romantic tension and keep the relationship fresh. This can be done by not always going "all the way," such as avoiding giving too much attention or being too available. Instead, try to maintain a balance of spending time together and also having some time apart. This can help create a sense of mystery and anticipation, which can be a great way to keep the spark alive in a relationship. Additionally, it's important to be mindful of how often you are communicating with your partner. Too much communication can be overwhelming and can lead to a feeling of being smothered, while too little communication can lead to feelings of neglect. Finding the right balance is key to keeping a relationship healthy and exciting.
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Initiate Unexpectedly
Guys love when girls take control of the situation from time to time. Often, guys are the ones who initiate romantic gestures, but it will keep your relationship exciting and fresh if you unexpectedly initiate at times!
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Don't Be Predictable
In addition to initiating romantic gestures, being unpredictable with when and how you initiate them is another way to keep your relationship from becoming boring. In general, when rewards are unpredictable, people tend to get more addicted to them than when they are consistent. (This is why gambling is so addictive.) Initiating something romantic at random times is a great way to keep your guy on his toes and addicted to you!
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Send Flirty Messages
Sending flirty texts to your guy while he is at work or away is another way to keep your relationship fresh. Sending a sweet message or an “I can’t wait to see you” will keep you on his mind even when the two of you aren't physically together.
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If you would take, you must first give, this is the beginning of intelligence.
Go on Dates
Don't stop dating once you're in a relationship! Continuing to court each other while in a relationship is a great way to keep your relationship fresh and to bring back the romantic feelings you had when you first started going out.
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Communicate
Ultimately, the best way to keep your relationship from going stale is by communicating with one another. Having open communication allows for you and your partner to share feelings about your relationship as well as ways it can be sustained and improved. Never underestimate the power of effective communication.
Sometimes long term relationships can become a bit stale after a while. Keeping your relationship exciting and fresh often takes work, but the rewards are so worth it! What ways do you keep your relationship from going stale?
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