There are always those times when it feels like your life is branching out in different directions. So much is happening at the same time that the hours in a day are just not enough for you to do everything you have to do. And amidst all these, you also need to spend quality time with your partner. This time is for maintaining and improving your relationship.

How do you keep your relationship healthy and alive even when so much is going on with other areas of your life? Here are a few small interactions you can do every day for your love and relationship to burn with passion.

Forget Technology First

There is really such a thing as smartphone addiction. Some people feel the constant to be on their phones, checking their social media, or binging on YouTube videos. Excessive attachment to your phone, tablet, game, and computer can negatively affect your relationships. It doesn’t only break intimacy moments as you can also neglect your partner just so you can check your phone one more time real quick. Since it is important to focus on your spouse, it is recommended to put your devices away. Create a time when you can stay away from your phone so that all your time and attention will be on your partner.

Express Your Gratitude

Sometimes, you go through your daily activities without giving them much thought. You get into the routine where you just do things you have to do every day. You take things for granted. You expect things to just be done for you. When you fall into a routine, it is easy to forget saying a simple “Thank you.” Expressing your gratitude can go a really long way. It shows that you noticed and you are paying attention. There are many ways to express your gratitude. You can say it verbally, leave a note, or sen a text message.

Schedule a Regular Date Night

Weeks or sometimes, months can pass without going on a date night. Life happens, after all. Unexpected things come up just when you are ready to leave the house. Any relationship requires effort and time. Similar to exercise, going without a date night for a long time makes it more difficult to go back right on track.

This is the reason why you need to create a plan. If you already have kids, you can ask a friend or the in-laws to babysit for a night every month. A date night every week is also great if both of you have the time. The main goal here is to have at least a special night where it will only be the two of you alone.

Enjoy a Meal Together

The last, but definitely not the least tip to enhance your love and relationship is to eat together. You can do this with the whole family, including the kids. Prepare dinner, set the table, and enjoy the meal together with everyone gathered at the table. Talk about how the day went by and listen to what everyone is saying. This mealtime is important for the whole family and for children’s development at the same time.