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Keeping a marriage fresh and exciting can be challenging amidst the stress of daily life. Whether you just got married or you’re approaching your fiftieth anniversary, romantic relationships take a bit of thought and preparation to stay healthy and flourishing. Thankfully, there are small things that you can do to keep your husband happy and let him know that you love him more and more each day. Remember, you know your husband the best, so don’t be afraid to mix it up a little or try something you know he’ll love.

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Cook him his favorite dinner. [1]

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Spice up your sex life. [3]

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  1. If you’re bored of your sex life as it is now, try spicing it up with something fresh. This doesn’t necessarily mean you have to run out and purchase a toy for the bedroom—it can be as simple as having sex in the morning when you usually have sex at night, trying sex in a different room than usual, or getting a little playful in the bedroom if you’re normally super serious.
    • If you aren’t sure what to try, ask him! You two can talk about some fun things to do together as a couple.
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Be a good listener. [7]

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  1. However, when your husband has something to say, you should give him your full attention. Think about how you’d like to be listened to when you talk, then do the same. [8] You can lead by example for a happier, healthier partnership.
    • Turn off the TV, put down your phone, and turn to look at him when he talks. Ask follow-up questions to show that you’re really listening, and add to the conversation, if you can.
    • For example, you could say something like, “That’s so interesting. Tell me more!” Or, “I bet that made you feel weird, huh?”
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Schedule a weekly date night. [11]

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Take over his chores if he had a bad day. [15]

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Support your husband in trying new things. [16]

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  1. If you notice your husband getting into a new hobby, career path, or professional field, let him know that you have his back and you’ll support him no matter what.
    • You can show an interest in his new hobby or job by asking questions and listening to him intently when he tells you about it.
    • Not having the support of your partner can make trying something new even more difficult, so it’s important to lift your husband up as he branches out.
    • If he’s trying something new that you’re interested in, see if you can join in too.
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Bring up problems directly. [17]

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Work on solving problems together. [19]

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  1. However, if every argument leads to a yelling blowout, your problems might not be getting solved very effectively.
    • Try to work through problems with an “us vs. the problem” mentality, not “you vs. your husband.”
    • For example, maybe you feel like you’ve been doing all the housework. You can tell your husband how you feel by saying, “I think I’ve been taking on more responsibility around the house. Could we maybe set up a chore chart to divvy up the jobs evenly?”
    Esther Perel, Psychotherapist

    Relationship issues get resolved when both parties are willing to communicate and dig deep. "Issues and conflict will arise in every relationship. But in healthy relationships, the deeper issue is recognized, and we work to chip away at it, moving from rupture to repair."

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    How do I make sure my husband never stops loving me?
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    Be a good listener, be supportive and share well. Tell each other the things that matter and don't keep secrets. Set aside regular dates, to revive the romance. Support each other's changes in life, for growing and changing is inevitable but can be painful if one's partner fails to be supportive.
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    How do I make my husband happy if he thinks I'm controlling?
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    Stop controlling him! Men need respect like they need air to breathe. He needs you to be his wife, not his mother.
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    My problem is I don't know how to talk sweet words to my husband. He say he never hears sweet words from me?
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    Different people have different ideas of 'sweet', but for example, you can tell him you love him regularly, compliment him, and refer to him by pet names or terms of endearment (honey, sweetie, darling, etc.). Be sure to speak in a gentle, affectionate voice, and smile, as that can affect how your words come off. If he is still dissatisfied, he's probably the one with the problem. You can always ask him what he would like to hear, too.
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      If you want to make your husband happy, spice up your sex life to keep the flame alive. You can woo him at spontaneous times during the day or even send flirty text messages to him while he’s at work. Although you may be busy, make sure you make time for each other by setting up a date night once a week. You can go to dinner and a movie, set up a picnic, or go see your favorite bands in concert. Besides going on dates, spending time at home can be a great way to keep him happy. Consider working on a DIY home project together or cooking dinner together to enjoy each other’s company. To learn how to maintain your individuality to stay happy in your relationship, read on!

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