Of course, these are just guidelines, and every relationship is different.
Each phase may also look very different depending on the people involved, but the coding is similar.
The combination of these can be intoxicating, making us ignore certain issues and potentially red flags.
The Back-to-Reality Phase is usually when folks break up if one person decides they dont want something long term.
If you continue to move into the longer-term territory, sometimes feelings of disconnection can happen.
Now, are youactuallydisconnected?
Or maybe you’re simply feeling a lack of the flooding of chemicals from the beginning.
So, how can we keep the yummy pleasure and happy, adrenalized feelings from the honeymoon phase throughout?
Well, we stay connected.
Often on dates, we just think about spending time togetherbut what are you actually doing with that time?
The key here is having theandgettingallyour relationship needs met during your time together.
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Do something that brings out your inner child.
Having an inner-child-themed date is a great way to do this.
Try something brand-new together.
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Have each partner take a turn planning a fun date with the same budget.
Try a new restaurant or cook a new cuisine at home.
Play a game.
(mbg also has a wholelist of couples' gamesif you’re looking for more inspo.)
Also, charades is always a fun go-to.
Watch each other’s favorite movie.
If it’s been a little while, rewatch them!
Let it stimulate some conversation.
Talk about the plot, the characters, andwhyit’s their favorite movie.
Do a spa night, and pamper each other.
Getting hot and steamy?
Touching your partner’s body all over?
I mean, how can this be bad?
Get your gear and your partner and set up an at-home spa.
The bottom line.
Relationships are a living thing that need to be cared for.
Without putting in effort, a relationship won’t grow or flourish or become all it can be.
You know what those things areand if you don’t, try something new.
Connection doesn’t just stay around; it needs your attention.
