You've heard many times that in order for a romantic relationship or even marriage to work, it takes more than just pure love.
Yes, you started out with love but it doesn't have to focus on that aspect all the time.
Love is considered the foundation of a good marriage but there are other factors to consider as well.
Today amidst the rising cases of divorce, many couples in particular the wives are finding ways to nurture their marriage to make it last.
But again, there's no magic formula to keep your bond strong because what may work for one couple may not work for another.
However if you combine certain techniques, you might just find that they work for you.
The art of listening.
Many spouses ignore this important aspect.
Oftentimes, people are so quick to voice out their emotions when they're upset or when they found out their partner did something wrong.
It's so natural for some to judge his other half right away or make assumptions.
But ask yourself if you've also listened to what your spouse has to say.
Have you stopped for a moment and listen deeply to get to the bottom of the issue? When you know how to talk, you also have to learn to listen.
This is vital in achieving effective communication.
Being able to listen will let you develop compassion and empathy towards your partner.
It will help you better understand your spouse.
Listening is a way of getting to know more about your other half and it is very important in any discussion that takes place whether you're talking about problems or just sharing thoughts and views.
Laughter is still the best medicine.
When was the last time you laughed out loud together with your partner? If your answer is a long time ago or you don't remember, then it's time you engage in activities that can make you laugh again.
Laughing is such a great stress reliever so even when you're just at home, there are things you can do to give you a good laugh.
Watch a comedy show or go see a funny movie together.
Or when you have extra time to talk about the past, share your funny moments as a child or teenager.
You'll find that after a good laugh, you are energized and are not prone to getting upset.
Don't be too serious in life.
It's okay to have problems but what matters is you know how to handle them and you can find ways to laugh at your experiences.
It's in the eyes.
Many couples sometimes don't see eye to eye, literally speaking.
But did you know that connecting with your eyes is one way of establishing a positive bond? It may be a very simple act but it has a healing effect.
Try looking into each other's eyes for a few minutes without exchanging words and you'll find out the effect.
You might even discover for the first time how beautiful are the eyes of your partner or the kind of glow that they emit to you.
Practice these three steps and who knows, you might just become more in love with your partner as you journey through life.