New romances can often go the way of the Dodo, with the 'honeymoon' period wearing off fast. Read our guide on how to keep that special woman in your life interested.
We've all been there: you've been dating for a few months, things have been going great, and the future looks rosy. But then, for some unknown reason, something seems to change; that 'honeymoon' period is wearing off. Here are our top 10 tips to keeping that spark alive, and your girl's eyes from straying...
1. If you're at that stage, tell her you love her. It may sound obvious, but this one small act could be the difference between a romantic future and back to the bachelor pad.
2. Compliment her. Lots. If you think she looks stunning in that dress, don't just think it, tell her. Not only will she love you for it, but you'll feel better for making her happy too.
3. Be honest with her; tell her how you feel. I know us men are supposed to be scared of this, to 'open up', but there's really nothing to be afraid of. She'll love the fact you're confiding in her, and your relationship will reach a new level of closeness.
4. Give her some romantic gifts, and not just on Valentine's Day. Flowers and chocolates may be a cliché, but when given out-of-the-blue, and for no special occasion, they're a sure-fire way to keep her wanting more.
5. Make time to be together. After that heady honeymoon period when you're attached at the hip, you can both begin to resume your normal lives, and that means less time together. Set aside as much time as you can for some 'together' time.
6. Romance isn't all about grand gestures or extravagant gifts - little things can make her swoon too. Open the door for her, suggest a stroll hand-in-hand, give her a foot massage after a hard day's work.
7. Show a real interest in her. Ask her questions about her day, and really listen. Most women love to talk, so give her the opportunity to open up, and you'll both feel closer and happier.
8. Show ambition. Most women don't want to date a couch potato - show her you have aspirations and she's more likely to stick around for the long haul.
9. Try new things together. Doing the same thing all the time is perfectly natural during that 'honeymoon' period, when just being together is all you need. But when that wears off, you need to keep trying new things to keep the romance alive. Try a new restaurant, call on her unexpectedly, take her for a weekend away to a place you've both never been to before.
10. And the last tip is? To be yourself. If she wants to change too many things about you, then she's probably not the one. Be yourself, and the right woman will love you forever.
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