More love into your relationship

Here are some strategies from Dr Epstein's list that will help marriages grow stronger:

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Gazing Stand or sit about two feet away from each other, and look deeply into each other's eyes as though trying to look into the very core of your spouse's being. Do this for about two minutes. The exercise will make a couple experience a sense of harmony.

Falling in love This is a trust exercise, one of the many that increases mutual feelings of vulnerability. From a standing position, simply let yourself fall backwards into the arms of your spouse. Then trade places. Repeat several times and then talk about your feelings.

The mind-reading game Write down a thought that you want to convey to your spouse. Then spend a few minutes wordlessly trying to transmit that thought to him or her, as he or she tries to guess what it is. If he or she cannot guess, reveal what you were thinking then switch roles. If you do this many times, you may enjoy better mental compatibility.

Getting up close and personal Stand about four feet away from each other and focus on your partner. Every 10 seconds or so move a bit closer until, after several steps, you are actually in each other's personal space. Get as close as you can without making physical contact. This helps you develop a close personal ‘space equation' as husband and wife.
 

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