These 21 Tricks Will Assist You In Becoming A More Caring Spouse (2 of 4)

Making eye contact with them

It is said, and rightly so, that if you stare into someone’s eyes for more than a few minutes your heartbeats sync. Thus, if two people are actually connected by heart then they can have a conversation by just looking into each other’s eyes and without having to utter a word. Carley Claney, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist says, “(eye contact) is a demonstration of true connectedness. It can communicate ‘I’m here,’ ‘I’m listening,’ ‘I’m available,’ and ‘you are important.’”

Opening the door for them

Hold on. We aren’t asking you to open the door for your spouse every time the two of you are out together. But, if you can do it every once in a while then you will be conveying a lot many messages than just being chivalrous. You are letting your partner know that you are grateful for their presence in your life and that your love for them hasn’t faded by even a shade.

Eating together and without your phones

One of the best ways to connect with someone has to be having a meal with them. It is so because your mind is much relaxed when you are sitting down for a meal as compared to when you are doing anything else. Nowadays, nearly everyone seems to be addicted to their phones. And this addiction is quite understandable. From letting us connect with people to helping us work to many more things, our phone has indeed become our lifeline. However, when you are spending quality time with your spouse, we recommend you switch your phone off and put it away. Let your partner have all your attention.

Thanking Them

Whenever you notice that your partner has gone out of their way to do something for you or your kids or your parents, do not shy away from acknowledging their efforts and thanking them. According to Michelle Morton, a wife, entrepreneur, and mother, “we all take things for granted and our spouses are one of those things. It is easy to do, especially on a daily basis, but we need to step back and remember…. everyone wants to feel loved and appreciated.”

Penning down your love for them

There can be no better gift than a love note from the person who has your heart. The magic of the written words is unmatchable. Through a letter, you may be able to convey things that you may find difficult when your partner is sitting across you. Don’t panic if you haven’t written in years. Just pull out a pen and a sheet of paper and begin scribbling whatever comes to your mind. Pen down every quality of your partner which makes you want to love them unconditionally.