8 Tips for Listening in Relationships: How to Be a Better Listener

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Good listening skills are crucial for all relationships, whether it’s family, friend, professional, or romantic, and let’s be honest, it never hurts to collect a few more tips for listening in relationships!  Active listening involves giving feedback to the speaker that you are focused on what they are saying, but being a good listener in …

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18+ Best Board Games for Couples: Perfect for Date Night

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Even for the most devoted couple, evenings at home can become monotonous after a while. As fun as it is to read and watch TV together, sometimes you want something different. To help you out, we’ve put together this list of the very best board games for couples. Why Playing Games is Great for Couples …

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17 Incredible Romantic Getaways in the South

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In the land of slow-living, fireflies, and sweet tea, you are sure to find romance. There are so many terrific romantic Southern getaways to be had in the region, from Virginia down to Georgia and across to Louisiana and Arkansas. In these states, and everything in between, you’ll discover the best romantic getaways in the …

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150 Conversation Starters for Couples: Deep, Thought Provoking Questions

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Whether you’re tired of making the same old small talk, or simply looking to spice up your next date night, consider trying out some of these great conversation starters for couples. We’ve got 150 thought-provoking questions for couples to ask one another.  In a long term relationship, or even in a newer one, sometimes you …

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9 Things That Will Happen When You Meet the Right Person

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So you’ve met someone new and seemingly wonderful. How do you know if it’s a relationship meant to last? Can there be signs you’ve met the right person? We think so, and guest author Emma Frances shares her opinion on 9 things that happen when you meet the right person. Like us, Emma met her partner …

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26 Common Relationship Myths You Need to Stop Believing Immediately

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In our world, there are a lot of relationship myths. These are misguided (though perhaps well-intentioned) ideas about love and relationships that our society has grown to accept as truth, spouting them to the next generations as given facts of romantic wisdom. The cycle of these love lies continues on and on, reflected in popular …

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18 Romantic Things to Do in Chicago for Couples

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This post on romantic things to do in Chicago is a guest post by Nausheen of Globe Gazers. Ah, Chicago. The Windy City. The Second City. The City of the Big Shoulders.   The City of…Love? No, wait. That’s not right. But as a matter of fact, it’s not such an offbeat claim. There are …

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24 Romantic Winter Getaways for Couples

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Don’t you think the colder months are just oh-so-cozy? We do! Nathan & I find that the romantic falling snow (plus fewer crowds) create the most romantic winter getaways for couples. Even the most romantic places in the world are extra special under a dusting of snow.  Perhaps it’s the need to draw closer to …

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Europe in Winter: 15 Snowy, Cozy, and Romantic Destinations to Visit

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When traveling as a couple, you’re always on the lookout for the most romantic places. Unsurprisingly, there are many romantic places in Europe and they are at their best in the wintertime. Europe in winter is incredibly magical.  Is Europe home to some of the best romantic winter getaways? We think so. There’s something enchanting …

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