It is great to celebrate Valentine’s Day (February 14th) by exchanging gifts or spending time with your loved ones, but what about the other 364 days of the year? Recent research has shown that t he average couple spends just 12 minutes talking per day!!! This means that it is more important now than ever to nurture your relationship on a daily basis. Here are some ideas for nurturing a healthy relationship:
greet each other at the end of the day and talk about your day
spend time alone together
develop common interests
really listen, and try to understand each other
tell your partner when you are happy and unhappy about something – honestly and respectfully.
express affection and remain physically intimate.
notice the small attempts by your partner for connection and show appreciation for them.
make time specifically for yourself - soak in a bath, read, listen to music, talk on the phone to friends, exercise - and encourage your partner to do the same.
If you would like to find out more on how to improve communication skills in your relationship contact our Health Coach Nelson on (02) 9506 0400 or nlaconi@sanctuary.sanitarium.com