RELATIONSHIPS
Make the Most Out of the Honeymoon Stage of a Relationship
A new relationship’s beginnings are always the sweetest. Few things compare to the bliss felt during the first few months with your partner. Everything they do feels magical. It’s as if everything feels perfect and nothing can threaten it.
This is what we call the honeymoon stage of a relationship.
But going by its name, it’s exactly that: a stage. Every phase has an ending, and this one is no exception. Even if a couple makes it out of the phase intact, they still need to make adjustments for a healthier and happier future.
With that said, how should couples make the most of this stage?
Enjoying the Ride
Even if you and your partner have just started out, having self-awareness about the honeymoon stage is never a bad thing. Keep stagnancy at bay with these solutions:
#1: Get some space every now and then
I know the last thing you want to do is stay away from your partner. But hear me out: you need a bit of space. Some healthy distance will do your new relationship wonders.
Being apart sucks, but it makes you cater to individual needs. Aside from absence making the heart grow fonder, independence keeps your sense of self intact. When your self-identity is strong, you won’t have to worry about losing yourself in your relationship.
#2: Have new experiences together
Since the honeymoon stage is all about novelty, up the ante by trying new things together. This doesn’t have to be fancy and elaborate. Even a simple twist on date nights (like archery sessions instead of dinner and movies, for example) can inject enough freshness.
#3: Speak each other’s love languages
Love languages are more than just TikTok talking points. While they’re not gospel, there’s some merit in paying attention to them. They show how people prefer to express and receive love.
Knowing both of your love languages helps maintain the novelty. Something as simple as a touch can make the mundane a little less stale.
#4: Be each other’s cheerleaders
A personal pep rally from your partner never hurts. Seeing each other be go-getters and actualize goals is not only endearing and inspiring, but a turn-on as well. Why? Confidence is always a sexy look on anyone.
#5: Check yourselves before you wreck yourselves
You and your partner are still getting to know each other at this stage. While you should enjoy every moment, don’t ignore any red flags you come across. Ask each other questions and see if you’re in the same boat.
#6: Establish healthy boundaries
As early as the honeymoon stage, boundaries should be in place. This makes it clear you respect each other’s needs and space. The sooner you talk about this, the better your relationship will be.
One of the great things about boundaries is that you can adjust them. Relationships change over time, and standards should keep up with the changes.
#7: Find the good in normalcy
Not every moment is magical. And that’s okay! Don’t panic if the fun wears off.
Take normalcy as a good sign. Things will be much quieter, which means you and your partner are getting more comfortable around each other.
The honeymoon stage of a relationship might not last forever, but there’s no need to press the panic button. Enjoy the phase to the fullest and don’t dread the ending. There’s much to look forward to with your partner.
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