Three Ways to Rekindle Romance in Your Relationship This Autumn

Autumn, with its fall colors, crisp air, and warm spiced drinks can also be undeniably romantic. For those looking to nurture their relationships and grow closer to their partner, autumn can be as fun and sweet a time as any! So as the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler, here are some autumn-themed ways for you and your partner to rekindle and reignite your bond.

1. Plan a Fall Date Night:

Planning activities together is a great way to infuse some excitement into your relationship and fall offers some unique opportunities for you and your partner to participate in! If you live near a participating farm, a date out apple picking or exploring a pumpkin patch can be a fun way to get outside together. If you're not feeling as active, consider taking a scenic drive to take in the changing colors of the leaves. If you're feeling creative, coordinate and dress up together and head out to a Halloween party or local event (mazes, festivals, and for your more adventurous ones, haunted houses/tours). 

2. Practice Gratitude:

As Thanksgiving approaches, we tend to think of gathering with family and friends for large feasts and celebrations, but there's also something you can do with just your love too! Actively practicing and expressing gratitude as a couple can be a great way to build and strengthen your relationship. Make that extra little effort to share with your partner what you're thankful for when it comes to your relationship as well as for them. A small word of affirmation and appreciation goes a long way. 

3. Infuse Spice into Your Love:

Just as pumpkin spice adds a special flavor to your latte, you can inject some novelty into your relationship by planning surprise date nights, exploring new hobbies together, or embarking on an impromptu weekend getaway. You can also explore ways to spice up your sexual connection.

Fall in love all over again this fall! With a little bit of creativity, some planning, and a little effort, you and your partner can take advantage of some unique seasonal offerings to nurture your bond and have some fun too! So grab that hot cider, cozy up under that blanket, and enjoy growing closer to one another. Wishing you lots of beautiful moments together as you embrace the season.

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Writer Bio: Dr. Annie Hsueh, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY25708) who specializes in couples counseling in the Los Angeles area. She helps couples heal from relationship wounds and work towards more connected and resilient relationships. She sees clients throughout the state of California via secure online therapy platforms. To learn more about how therapy can help you and your partner this fall, or in any season, you can reach out to her for a complimentary consultation.

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