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5 Ways to Improve a Relationship

Great relationships do not just happen. But it does not have to take so much effort that it feels like a chore. Here are 5 ways to improve a relationship:

1. Communicate - communication is key and it means both talking and listening. Don't keep things bottled up inside; if something is bothering you, speak to your partner. But it's important that you do so in a calm and non-threatening manner. When your partner is talking, make sure you listen and do not interrupt them. Also, try to understand what they mean and are trying to say.

2. Make more eye contact - in the early stages of a relationship, couples tend to have only eyes for each other. But once things settle down, there seem to be many other distractions such as TVs and newspapers.

Research has shown that couples in love spend more time looking at each other. It's even believed that staring into each other's eyes can trick the brain into releasing the same brain chemicals that make people fall in love. So try to make more eye contact and look into your partner's eyes whenever you can. It may seem forced at the beginning, but will soon become second nature.

3. Make the first move - when you are upset with someone, the natural instinct is to treat them less well. Some people give the silent treatment and some people yell. They will likely treat you back the same way and this can trap the relationship in a negative circle. Why not do something nice instead and create a positive circle?

4. Do something fun together - if you've been together for a while, chances are you are in a 'routine' and haven't done anything fun or spontaneous in a while. Go on a date, build memories that both of you can share. If you really can't come up with any ideas, try looking in 300 Creative Date Ideas.

5. Accept your partner - accept your partner for who they are and don't try to change them; that is who you fell in love with in the first place, isn't it? When your partner feels completely secure in knowing that they are free to be who they are and are loved because of it, your relationship will be that much stronger.

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Ways to Improve a Relationship - Resources

Here are a few books written by Michael Webb, who was featured on Oprah to talk about ways to rekindle relationships. He has also appeared on over 500 radio and television shows including Oprah, Men are From Mars/ Women are From Venus, NBC News, 700 Club, The Other Half, Iyanla, To Tell the Truth and FOX News. He has been featured in practically every major newspaper in the United States and is regularly mentioned in the nation's top magazines like Men's Health, Bridal Guide, Cosmopolitan, New Man, Women's Day, Family Circle and dozens others.


1000 Questions for Couples

83% of divorces could be prevented if couples asked each other these questions. Excellent pre-marital aide and great for those wanting to better the communication in their relationship.
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Bonus! You can sign up to receive a few of the book's questions to be emailed to you every day. This is a wonderful tool which allows you and your partner to open up and answer the questions via email.

50 Secrets of Blissful Relationships

Do you believe that fairy-tale relationships exist? Well, they actually do. Find out the 50 secrets those who are blissfully married already know and practice.
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300 Creative Date Ideas

Tired of the same old "dinner and a movie" date? So are we! Try out these creative dates and ideas and re-ignite your dating life. Most cost less than $20.
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You can get a free ebook copy of Michael Webb's #1 bestseller The RoMANtic's Guide when you order 300 Creative Date Ideas.


The 101 Best Marriage Proposal Ideas

Are you looking to "pop the question" any time soon? Read these 101 real life award-winning stories for inspiration. These are the most magical and creative proposal storeis you've ever read, they were hand-picked out of 7,329 entries!
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