Date night does not have to mean dinner and a film every time. Sometimes the best evenings are the ones where you try something a little different together. Here are five ideas to shake things up.
1. Try a couples game
Adult card games and dice games are a fun, low-pressure way to introduce new ideas into your relationship. They take the awkwardness out of suggesting something new by turning it into a game.
2. Give each other a massage
Invest in some quality massage oil, light some candles and take turns. Physical touch without the pressure of it leading anywhere can be incredibly intimate and relaxing.
3. Shop together
Browse an intimate product site together and pick something out for each other. The conversation alone can be a turn-on, and you might discover something neither of you would have chosen alone.
4. Write each other a fantasy
Put pen to paper and describe a fantasy you have. Swap them over dinner. It is a surprisingly powerful way to learn what your partner thinks about when they are alone with their thoughts.
5. Set a challenge
Agree to try one new thing this month. It does not have to be dramatic. Even small changes to your routine can make a noticeable difference to how connected you feel.