Practice for a month and soon the behaviors will become habits. Do them all - even if at first they seem artificial or corny. These simple but crucial skills can make the difference between misery and happiness. Share five things you appreciate about each other.
Appreciations build up credit in the love bank.
It can be a nice surprise to realize just how much our partners notice and appreciate. A partner who understands your dreams is able to help them happen. Remember that hopes change as we go along and it's important to keep each other current. We tell people at work or a family member and think we've told our spouse. Make the daily updates a ritual.