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5 Weekend Secrets Happy Couples Swear By!
Happy couples don’t need fancy date nights; they just need to put in a little effort every weekend! That’s right, psychologist Mark Travers spills the beans on five simple yet powerful habits that can keep the spark alive. First up, putting down those pesky phones—yes, even the one that keeps calling you to scroll through social media! Then there’s the magic of staying close, even when you’re both doing your own thing. Oh, and don’t forget to find a fun ritual to share, schedule some sexy time, and, of course, make room for laughter—it’s the best medicine, right? Travers reminds us that these small, mostly free habits can make a world of difference in relationships, so let’s chat about how we can keep our connections fresh and thriving!
Takeaways:
- Happy couples focus on simple, free activities over extravagant date nights to strengthen their bond.
- Psychologist Mark Travers highlights five weekend habits that happy couples practice regularly for a healthy relationship.
- Putting down our phones is crucial for couples, allowing them to genuinely connect and enjoy each other's company.
- Sharing a ritual, like a fun game night or a cozy coffee routine, fosters togetherness and shared joy in relationships.
- Making time to laugh and have fun together is essential for keeping the spark alive in any relationship.
- Scheduling intimate moments might sound unromantic, but it can actually help couples maintain a healthy and active sex life.
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Companies mentioned in this episode:
- CNBC
Transcript
This is the Daily Note.
Speaker A:I'm James A.
Speaker A:Brown.
Speaker A:Forget the fancy date nights.
Speaker A:That's what psychologist Mark Travers says.
Speaker A:His research shows that happy couples do five things each weekend.
Speaker A:Number one, they put the phones down.
Speaker A:Two, they stay close even when they're doing their own thing.
Speaker A:Three, they find a ritual to share.
Speaker A:Four, they schedule sex.
Speaker A:And five, they make time to laugh.
Speaker A:But here's what struck me.
Speaker A:Travers told CNBC that we often take these small, mostly free things for granted and that couples who make it work on their relationships bit by bit over time.
Speaker A:So what do you think?
Speaker A:Is he right?
Speaker A:And how do you keep your relationship fresh?
Speaker A:Let me know on jamesabrown.net, on that note.
Speaker A:I'm James A.
Speaker A:Brown, and as always, be well.
