Don’t let yourself fall into a post-workday rut with your babe. When you’re both home and the workday is done, this is the perfect time to get in some one-on-one bonding time! Read on to find out how you and your partner can strengthen your relationship after work!
Netflix and Chill
This one is totally self-explanatory! Marci and Alex Petersen say, “Well, it’s more like flop on the couch with a movie on until we’ve reached an acceptable bedtime or one of us falls asleep. Whichever comes first.” Pick a movie or a tv show and hang out until it’s time to go to bed!
Go to the gym
When you and your sweetheart are at the gym it gives you a chance to get healthy while bonding! Working out will raise your endorphins while you alleviate any lingering work day stress. Newlyweds Meghan and Dave Johnson say, “It helps to keep us motivated knowing the other person is waiting there and it also means we are working out at the same time so we can be together when we are home.”
Walk the dog
If you have a dog, it may be a part of your daily routine to take the dog out for a walk. Instead of this being a one-person task, turn it into valuable couple time! Chances are you’ve both spent all day inside working at a desk and you could use some fresh air and exercise – just like your pup! Lizzie and Rich Ballinger say, “We take our dog for a walk and use the time to unwind and reconnect”.
Have dinner together
Whether it’s dinner for two at your favorite restaurant or a meal you’ve prepared together, set aside a time to have dinner together. If you have different schedules and get home at different times, it’s easy to whip up a meal for yourself and save a plate in the microwave for your partner. Instead of getting used to eating alone, prioritize eating meals together. Lindsey and Joe Murray never compromise on dinner together. Lindsay says. “We eat dinner together no matter how busy we are!”
Make each other laugh
Even if you or your partner aren’t natural comedians, there are plenty of ways to get in a giggle with your bae. Watch a funny movie or a tv show, retell a funny story that happened at work or head to a comedy club to switch up your routine! Amy and Vaughan Nelson says, “There is nothing like the unity that comes when you are both laughing together about the same thing at the same time.” We couldn’t agree more!
Make plans
Janice and Paul Smith say, “We like to cuddle up and watch HGTV [Home and Garden Television] together and talk about our future dreams and ideas.” Using your after work hours to discuss your goals and visions for the future is a great way to connect to your partner. You may even discover something new about each other!
Get steamy in the shower
Use the shower as a sexy way to unwind and wash off any lasting workday stress. Luella Widt and Shayne Crump say, “We use the time to chat about our day and afterward have a glass of wine or tea.”
Share a hobby
Sharing a hobby after work not only helps you reduce stress, it also helps you develop a deeper bond with your partner. As a bonus, you can also learn a new craft or hobby together!
Spend Some Time Apart
Being in a loving, committed relationship doesn’t always mean spending all of your time outside of the office together. Spending time apart can freshen up your relationship and allow you to ask each other questions about how you spent your alone time.
Make Time for Spiritual or Religious Practices
Relationship counselor David Bennett says, “Studies consistently show spirituality and religious practices make people happier and less stressed.” Whether you choose to meditate or pray together, taking time to practice religion or spirituality together can be a healthy way to relax and reconnect after work.
