Practicing rituals can deepen your appreciation of life. Not only do these practices strengthen self-love, but sharing them with another person can also increase your connection. Rituals are a matter of individual preference and can take many forms, such as enjoying a morning coffee, feeding a neighbourhood cat, or reflecting on what you're grateful for at the end of the day. To help inspire you, here are some ideas for rituals that you can share with yourself or a loved one.
- Leave surprise notes for one another
- Plan date nights
- Go for a walk together
- Ask each other what they are grateful for in the morning
- Say one thing you are grateful for about the other person in the morning
- Cook a meal together
- Make time for physical touch
- Share music / articles with each other
- Have a dance break together
- Greet each other with a kiss or a hug
- Meditate for 7 minutes together
- Bring each other coffee in the morning
- Ask how the other’s day was over evening tea
- Ask each other how they are feeling within the relationship
- Stretch together to music
- Relax in nature together
- Work on a creative project together
- Bring home little gifts
- Try something new together
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Listen to a podcast together and discuss ideas
Remember that every relationship is unique, so find rituals that work for you and your partner.
