The Three R’s of Romance by blogger Toni

Romance: The wooing, the excitement, the affection, the thrill. It’s the very thing that keeps us coming back for more. Love is chaotic. And in the world of love that is so juxtaposing in nature, it’s acts of romance that make it all worthwhile.

Unfortunately, not all of us were natural-born Casanovas, am I right? So for those of us who wouldn’t know romance if it smacked us across the face, all you have to do is remember the three R’s of being romantic: remind, reward, repeat.

REMIND

The idea of being romantic can sometimes be extremely daunting, so the key is to start with baby steps. Begin by reminding your partner how much you love them. Remind them how special they are to you. It’s also important to remind them of what it was like in the beginning. Tell them all of your favorite memories from your early days together and simply reminisce. This will bring up old feelings of giddiness and closeness and will remind you of the journey that your love has taken and how much you both have grown together. This simple act in and of itself is romantic!

REWARD

Next, plan some way to reward your partner for how much they do for you. Shower them in appreciation, gratitude, and affection. It doesn’t always have to be some grand gesture! Do something that you know will mean the world to your partner because they mean the world to you and deserve to feel cherished. However small or big, any act of appreciation will go a long way in creating romance in your relationship.

REPEAT

And last but not least, start the cycle over again. The more you do this process, the more your love for each other will blossom. Remind them often of your love for them and reward them often for all that they do and all that they have brought to your life. It could be as small as an unexpected compliment or as extravagant as an elaborately planned surprise night out. Whatever it is, just make sure you’re doing it with heart and that you’re doing it often.

Acts of romance are the very thing that make us fall in love with our partner all over again. So, whether or not you are romantically challenged, just remember to practice the three R’s of being romantic and you will experience romance like never before!