How to be Romantic
What is Romance?
Romance can be defined as a feeling of mystery or excitement associated with love. It is that feeling of adventure and intense feeling we have when in a relationship or attempting to woo a new partner. It is the resultant actions and behaviours of trying to show our romantic love to another individual.
Being romantic doesn’t need to involve a lot of time, money or effort. 101 simple ways to be romantic and 14 benefits of doing so below.
14 Benefits of Being Romantic
As well as the associated relationship benefits, there are also a number of benefits to us personally and our partner. These include;
- A strong & healthy Relationship
- Healthy sexual relationship
- Encourages creativity
- Self-contentment
- Self-satisfaction
- Builds our self-confidence levels
- Builds our partner’s self-confidence levels
- Build memories to cherish
- Ensures that your loved one knows they are loved
- Lowered anxiety and stress levels (and lowered cortisol levels)
- Naturally puts us in a good mood and can release the associated endorphins
- Reinforcing trust and respect
- Lowered blood pressure through feeling comfortable and relaxed with your partner
- More happiness
101 Simple Ways to be Romantic
Being romantic doesn’t need a lot of time, money or effort. The simplest of things can put a smile on our partner’s face. Some basics and 101 ways to be romantic below (and more in the further exploration section)
Be Romantic Basics
- Tell them that you love them (& mean tt)
- Compliment them every day
- Tell them your favourite part of their physical appearance
- Tell them your favourite part of their personality
- Ask if there is anything you can do to help them
- Do something for them and don’t expect anything in return
- Be there for them
- Spent time with them
- Be grateful for them
- Share
- Pay them attention
- Communicate
- Listen to them
- Forgive mistakes
- Be silly
- Surprise them
- Be spontaneous!
Things To Buy To Be Romantic
- Flowers – The ones you know your partner will love
- Chocolates – Again, the ones you know they will love
- Champagne
- Their favourite drink
- Their favourite clothes
- Underwear
- Tickets to see their favourite band of DJ
- Scented candles or aromatherapy
Places To Go To Be Romantic
- Take them out for dinner
- Visit a new city
- Take them on a romantic trip or holiday
- Go for a walk on the beach
- Go To The Cinema
- Go to the Theatre
- Go On a Long Walk
- Go camping and spend a night looking at the stars
- Take a boat trip
- Go horse riding
- Go skydiving
- Go somewhere with a beautiful view and soak it up
- Go to a funfair and ride the ferris wheel
- Go swimming in the sea
- Surprise them and meet them for lunch
- Take them somewhere they’d want to go (and do the things they’d want to do)
Classic Ways to Be Romantic
- Write love notes and leave them somewhere your partner will find them
- Send a text or email telling them you love them when they’re not expecting it
- Send them a card or e-card telling them you love them (whether it’s Valentines Day or not!)
- Cook them their favourite meal
- Make them their favourite dessert
- Make breakfast in bed
- Scatter rose petals on the bed
- Light a candle for every year you’ve been together
- Fill a room full of candles
- Carve your initials into a tree
- Give them your coat when they’re cold
- Write them a poem
- Open the door for them
- Write them a little note or give them a picture to keep in their wallet or purse
- Make them a romantic playlist
- Spend the day in bed
Things To Do To Be Romantic
- Look after the kids so they can have a lie-in
- Take the kids out so they can enjoy some peace
- Play some board games together
- Play their favourite music (or some romantic music)
- Take them to the place where you first met
- Run them a hot bath (candles optional)
- Give them a cheeky, seductive look
- Get a takeaway and have a cosy night in
- Watch the Sunset
- Watch the Sunrise
- Cosy up and watch a film together
- Brag about them
- Take a class together
- Fly a kite together
- Build a den
- Let them have space
- Talk about the future
- Talk about your hopes & dreams
- Hide a note in their work lunchbox or in their luggage if they go away
- Re-enact your first date
- Pretend you’re going on a first date
- Take an interest in what they love and get involved with it
- Take care of yourself & look good for them
- Put a little gift on their pillow
- Have date nights
- Take it easy in nature
- Play sports and games together
- Put a note or reminder in your calendar to tell them that you love them every day
- Make a collage of photos and memories from the things that you’ve done together
- Take a trip down memory lane and go through old photos
- Try new experiences together (some here)
- Donate to their favourite charity in their name
- Be their slave for a day and do whatever they ask (within reason!)
- Have a campfire (marshmallows optional)
- Do the cleaning for them
Physical Ways To Be Romantic
- Hold Hands
- Kiss
- Put your arm around them
- Give a massage
- Give a foot massage
- Tickle
- Hug
- Try sexy role-play
- Get Intimate
Further Exploration - Articles & Media
Article: When She Asks You To Be 'More Romantic,' This Is What She Really Means
25 examples of what romance means to women from Your Tango including going for a long walk and talk on the beach and kissing her forehead.
Wiki: Romance (love)
The Wikipedia definition of and guide to romance and love. Including information on general definitions, types, philosophy, literature, psychology and physiology of romance.
Book: 1001 Ways to Be Romantic: Add More Intimacy and Romance in Your Marriage or Love Life
Gregory J. P. Godek's book packed with 1001 unique suggestions, easy gestures, and thoughtful gift ideas to be romantic
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Paper: Perceived benefits and costs of romantic relationships for women and men
Comprehensive paper from Constantine Sedikides, Mery Beth Oliver & W. Keith Campbell of the University of Southampton looking at the benefits and costs of romantic relationships.
Article: 5 Surprising Health Benefits of Romantic Love
5 Health benefits of romantic love from Goodnet including having a healthier heart, longer life and strong lungs
Article: 60 Impressive Ways to Be Romantic
60 ways from FTD including placing a single flower on the bathroom sink, spending a tech free night and slow dancing in the living room
Video: 4 WAYS to Be MORE ROMANTIC ... RIGHT NOW!
Video from Based Zeus Youtube Channel with 4 ways including being spontaneous and interestingly, not being romantic!
Video: Skills for Healthy Romantic Relationships
TEDx talk by Joanne Davila discussing 3 key areas to healthy romantic relationships; insight, mutuality, and emotion regulation.
Forum: Why is romance important for life?
Quora forum discussing why romance is important in life including elevating everyday life and making people feel special and loved.
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