With Autumn in the air, most people have a deep longing within to experience that “love of a lifetime feeling” with their special someone.

Unfortunately, with our economy the way it is, our unemployment rate, stresses of everyday life, and the prospect of our heating bills reaching an all time high this winter, this euphoric feeling just isn’t happening for the majority of couples. In times of stress, we tend to treat those we care about the most, the worst. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to know that marriages are in real trouble today. Look all around you, couples are hurting. We know all of the statistics that we get bombarded with everyday concerning the chances that marriages have of surviving in this day and age. But what exactly are we doing about it? It’s time we stop being part of the negative statistics. Instead, let’s do something to change them.

Here are a few tips that are sure to help put that spark back into your relationship:

Play Time

A relationship without play time lacks intimacy. When we leave our worries, our responsibilities, and attitudes at the door, and loosen up for awhile, it brings many forms of healing. Having fun rejuvenates us, and allows us to feel like a child again, bringing us back to a time of innocence and simplicity. It also does wonders for our mental and physical state of being. When you are having a good time, and letting out a good belly shaking laugh, your brain releases chemicals called endorphins. These act as a natural pain killer. When you have peace of mind, you will be healthier.

Here are just a few reminders of how to have fun, in spite of your external circumstances:

Dance (Don’t worry if you can’t dance. It’s about having fun, not about being good.)

Watch a comedy.

Play a board game together.

Share “funny” jokes with each other.

Get on a swing, and swing high.

Cuddle and kiss your spouse, as if on a first date.

Plan a surprise romantic dinner.

Whatever your idea of fun is, just go for it! Have a great time together. Try something new. Laugh like you never have. Be spontaneous once in a while. That love of a lifetime feeling will come soaring back in no time. Don’t allow yourself to become so imprisoned by the worry and fears for what tomorrow may bring, that you forsake the very blessing that today holds before you.

Written by
Angie R. Lucarini

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