The good (non-binding) resolutions in the couple

Good resolutions, whether we make them or not, there is often this desire to "do better than before". We try to think about what we would like to improve in our lives to make everything go smoothly and to have a great year. But the problem is, most of the time we don't stick to them. No need to beat ourselves up and point fingers at our willpower. The problem is that we often make resolutions that don't suit us. Why force yourself to stop snacking if it's something that makes you feel good? Or do 50 push-ups every night to get the body of your dreams if you know it might make you sick of sports faster than you can say it?

Good resolutions are not necessarily restrictive

My intro is not a way of telling you that making a good resolution related to food or sports is not a good idea. The intention is, for example, to say to yourself "Okay, I have love handles, but they don't bother me at all, I don't want to deprive myself just because it's what people would like to see me do".

As for me, I prefer to see good resolutions as wellness tips. Small things sometimes super simple but that help to feel good in your head and in your shoes. What I really like to do to find my good resolutions is to think about the things I love, and to which I have not given enough time in the past year.

If you like the principle, I suggest giving you some wellness tips to pamper your couple this year. Follow the guide 🙂

Top 5 good resolutions for couples

Don't necessarily take them as advice to be taken literally, but rather as some suggestions to take, leave, or customize.

Choose a new activity to share

We all have our own passions, sometimes they are "contagious" and our partner gets involved alongside us, sometimes it's a little less exciting. Try to think of something you don't usually do and that could make both of you happy.

It can be very simple things like deciding to prepare a nice meal together on Sundays, or going for a walk together every week (on foot, by bike, by motorcycle... Whatever)!

It can also be more "original" activities, as long as it works for you. Touring rum bars for tasting sessions, trying all the escape rooms in the area, doing acroyoga... These are just random examples, the idea is to get you out of your usual couple habits!

Allow yourself a screen-free evening from time to time

No recommended frequency, it's really up to how you feel! It's a great opportunity to break the routine and share more things together.

It can be an opportunity to take care of each other. If you like it, you can indulge in a cozy moment. Everyone has their own definition of what feels good, but it can be little things like cutting your partner's hair, giving them a nice massage, or taking a bath together, for example.

It can also be game moments! Either a “classic” card or board game to test your level of bad faith 😜 or naughtier games to continue learning things about your partner. Because if you think about it, communication is a real pillar in a relationship, and you never know everything about the other!

Go away for the weekend

No need to break the bank to plan a nice moment that gives us a change of scenery. By planning ahead, there are often great deals for budget-friendly getaways. Or for those not super fans of vacation planning, there are also Wonderbox options to easily find your little corner of paradise.

It's a great solution to put everyday life on hold and enjoy quality moments together.

Make plans together

We're not necessarily talking about the “big moments” in life like marriage or a baby project, although that's part of it, but it can also be more “light” things.

It can involve a hobby you share and could take to another level. For example, you love hunting for old furniture at flea markets and refurbishing them… Why not commercialize the creations made together?

It could also be adopting a little companion that you will train together, transforming an old van for a road trip, or starting a volunteer activity together that you enjoy…

No matter the project, as long as it excites both of you and allows you to continue projecting yourselves as a duo with things that make you vibrate!

Understand which love language your partner practices

The idea is not to question everything when you doubt the other's love but rather to try to understand where this feeling comes from.

And there's a tool that can provide clues for better understanding: the theory of the 5 love languages. It comes straight from a marriage and family specialist.

According to him, proving your love to your partner is done through 5 main categories of actions: through words and sweet talk, shared time, gifts, acts of service, or physical touch.

If we do not “ play on the same field ”, we can quickly think that the couple is not doing well, while we simply have not identified THE love language that can correspond to both people.

And on your side, what is the plan to pamper your relationship? Will you share your tips with us? 💜