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Do you usually plan dates with your partner? If this is essential for the well-being of a couple, it still has to be done according to the rules of the art. Here are some tips to help you find yourself fully with your other half during these moments.
With a busy daily life, it is sometimes difficult for a couple to take the time to get together. However, it is an essential ritual to maintain the balance of the relationship and not let external problems invade us. This is also the whole point of planning romantic evenings which constitute an ideal opportunity to escape the role of parents or roommates and become a romantic couple again.
Organizing a date: a good habit for your couple
According to research, couples who schedule quality time together are more emotionally and physically intimate. This means that in addition to being closer as friends, they also feel more chemistry and attraction as lovers.
Furthermore, spending time together mindfully allows you to relax, have deep and fun conversations and create new memories. Essential elements to guarantee the success of a relationship!
However, not all date nights are equal. If you want to benefit from these advantages, you must spend these special moments in the rules of the art. They should not be limited to a dinner and a movie that you make mechanically, but rather an intimate moment where you reconnect with your other half. Innovating and creating new memories is much more beneficial for you!
The golden rules to follow for a successful romantic date
To get the best benefits, make sure your romantic evenings respect these three points: novelty, presence of mind and recurrence.
1. New
If you're the type of person who always finds yourself at the same restaurant at the same time having the same meal, it might be time to consider a change. Indeed, trying new experiences generally provides a lot of excitement and pleasure, and trying a new activity with your other half can significantly strengthen the bond you have with them. In addition, you will look forward to seeing her again to share this special moment.
2. Presence of mind
When you plan a date night, the goal is to take advantage of it to be fully with your partner. So we put aside our phone, the people around us, the thoughts that stay in our heads, as well as anything that would prevent us from enjoying the present moment. Although this seems normal when spending time with someone, it is very common to get distracted and not really listen to the other person.
A word of advice: if something is bothering you, this might be an opportunity to discuss it with your partner. He might be able to reassure you! The goal of this meeting is to connect with others in full awareness, both in their words and in their emotions.
3. Recurrence
Scheduling a date night is a good idea, but only if you repeat the process. Indeed, it is the regularity of your meetings which, in the long term, will strengthen the feelings between you and your partner. A real recipe for perfect love!
To do this, book these meetings together in advance and note them in your schedule. Positive point: you will generate more desire. Waiting for the “D-Day”you will certainly have ideas to make the moment even more magical.
Now that you know the secrets of a successful romantic evening, here are some date ideas to vary the pleasures:
- Attend a comedy, theater or magic show;
- Do a wine, beer or food tasting;
- Try a dance class (ballroom to dance together);
- Carry out a cooking class;
- Book a workshop to make your perfume;
- Try a carpentry or pottery workshop;
- Go see an exhibition;
- Visit a museum ;
- Have a game night (in a game bar or at home);
- Take a yoga class (or another sport);
- Plan an outdoor picnic (at the beach, in the forest);
- Go to a concert ;
- Schedule a karaoke night (at a karaoke bar or in the car);
- Go for a hike (in a park, in the forest, in the mountains, etc.);
- Go relax at the spa.
From time to time you can also share moments with friends. According to some research, sharing moments with other happy couples has a positive impact on yours!