20/05/2026
Before anyone gets it wrongâŚ
This is NOT a separation announcement okay đ
Anyways, you probably know the 5 love languages by now: Words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, acts of service and physical touch.
And the moment your top love languages start lacking, youâll slowly feel unappreciated, disconnected or emotionally distant.
So here are 10 things Faz & I practise that I thought would be a good share:
1) Stop comparing your relationship to âperfect relationshipsâ on social media. Being inspired is okay. But not when it turns into bringing your own partner down.
2) Set up a candle-lit dinner at home after the kids are asleep. Especially for parents without a village. Romance doesnât always need a fancy restaurant.
3) Communication is EVERYTHING. Without it, resentment and misunderstandings build silently.
4) Physical touch starts from the beginning of the day, not just at night. A simple hug, touch or kiss changes alot.
5) No name-calling or insults during arguments.
Better to stay silent for awhile than say things youâll regret.
6) Take 2 mins everyday to write down: â3 things I appreciated about you today.â It can be the smallest things like "folding laundry", "picking kids up from school", "flowers" and exchange your notes at the end kf the night.
7) Date nights. Not everyone has a village that's why we do self candle-lit dinners at home đ¤ˇđ˝ââď¸
8) Take breaks. Whether alone or as a couple. Recharge so you can show up better for yourself & family.
9) Small surprises or gifts. It doesnât have to be expensive. Even their favourite snack or drink matters. I mean, it's kinda like "I thought of you..."
10) Be a safe space for each other. If one person talks, the other listens. No interruptions. No trying to âwinâ.
Iâm no relationship expert okay đ These are just a couple of things we practise to keep falling back on each other every now and then đ¤
And of course, some people should absolutely leave unhealthy, toxic or unsafe relationships too. Not every marriage is meant to be saved, and forcing âstay together no matter whatâ can sometimes do more harm than good for people experiencing abuse, betrayal or deep unhappiness.
