Keeping the Spark Alive in Long-Term Relationships
Episode Overview
Apply dating profile principles to long-term relationships. Express joy, flaws, and gratitude daily. Use nightly questions to transform communication. Rekindle connections by keeping conversations fresh. Discover new things about your partner even after years.
You should continue to express what brings you joy. You should continue to express what your flaws are.
In this episode of Levelheaded Talk, Dr. Andrea Vitz and Jon Leon Guerrero dive into the fascinating topic of maintaining excitement in long-term relationships. They kick things off by discussing how the principles of writing a dating profile can be applied to relationships that have spanned decades. Dr. Vitz emphasises the importance of continuing to express joy, flaws, and gratitude, just as you would when you first met your partner.
It's all about keeping the connection alive and not letting the relationship become stale. One of the standout moments is when Dr. Vitz shares a list of questions she developed for married couples to ask each other every night. This simple practice has reportedly transformed communication styles and rekindled connections, making conversations feel like those exciting early dates.
Jon adds a personal touch by recounting how his wife discovered new things about him even after 20 years of marriage, proving that there's always something new to learn about your partner. The episode wraps up with a teaser for next week's discussion, where they'll delve deeper into these transformative questions and offer more tips and tricks for keeping long-term relationships vibrant.
Whether you're newly dating or have been married for years, this episode is packed with practical advice and heartwarming anecdotes that remind us all to keep the spark alive. Why not give it a listen? You might just find a nugget of wisdom that reignites your relationship!