winter. Could it be because it’s cold outside and we want someone to cuddle with? Or could it be people just get lonely? Well whatever the answer may be, I’m going to give you some tips on how to maintain your relationship during these cold months.
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e have all witnessed the trends that happen every single year. Many of us break up in the summer and get in a relationship in the
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1. Establish early on if you really want to be with this person, don’t get with someone for body warmth or because everyone else is doing it, be with them because you actually like them. This explains why the majority of winter relationships don’t last because people don’t really find someone they like, they sort of rush into it. And when it comes to things such as relationships, rushing is usually not the best idea.
2. Secondly, as tempting as it is, don’t stay inside all the time during the winter. Things can get boring. Go out and try and a some winter activities like ice skating or even to the movies. I’ve noticed with my relation- ship that it got a little boring and it was really be- cause we would just stay inside, stuff our faces and watch Family Guy. This can also help with keeping off the weight by going out and moving around. One of the most important tips that I actually had to start doing myself is to stop being so comfortable. I had to start becoming uncomfortable in order to spice up and bring life back into my relationship.
3. Another winter tip is relaxing and enjoying your boyfriend or girlfriend’s company. Forcing things and
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stressing out will take its toll on your relationship. You are more stress prone during the winter so don’t forget to relax, drinking hot coco and be- ing a couch potato.
Forcing things and stressing out will take its toll on your relationship.
my second tip as well because if you’re outside all the time, you’ll probably get sick. Keep looking nice for your guy or girl! It’s so easy for us girls not to do our toes and not shave our legs because we’re not showing them but it’s very important that we pay attention to those minor details. It may not sound too important but take it from me, I experienced the result of not looking nice which was low self- esteem. If you’re not taking care of yourself, you’ll feel less determined to look nice for school or even for your boyfriend. If your significant other has seen you looking with your “inside clothes” on and your head wrap, no make-up on for the past two weeks it’s time to step it up ladies. Make them remember the person that they liked in the first place and not forget why they’re with you.
4. Finally, look forward to the summer! (If you’d rather the beach then snowstorms like me). Just daydreaming and planning summer trips and events with your boyfriend or girlfriend can be so much fun. It makes it seem closer although there are still a couple of months to go before sum- mer. Imagine the festivals, amusement parks, ice cream, lemonade, and most of all the sun. Can’t you see it already? With all of these tips along with the general tips of relationships (communica- tion, trust, etc.) you shouldn’t have too much trou- ble in your relationship during those cold months. ---Ariel Brown
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