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Bonding Activities for Couples

Indrajit Deshmukh

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Taking each other for granted is a common mistake couples make, leading to strained relationships. Avoid this by engaging in bonding activities to smooth out the wrinkles in your life together.

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Lot of people think that this would mean taking a holiday and spending loads of money. Well the reality is that you just need each other and nothing else for couple bonding activities. This may come as a surprise for some but you can do some simple things in the house as part of your bonding activity.
Simply rubbing your partners back in the bathtub and reminiscing about the good old days is a great start. Here are a few other great activities for couples that you could explore.

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Download some carpentry plans from Internet and go to the market together to buy supplies for executing the project. Building something together is a unique experience and will allow you to focus on each other's strengths.
Create Something

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One thing to remember is that the task is to bond, creating something is secondary; it doesn't matter if you aren't good with carpentry.
Get to know each other piece by piece with a puzzle. Share wine, music, and uncover the reasons behind your differences and togetherness.
Solve a Puzzle

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Strengthen your bond with a soothing massage, providing physical relief and nurturing the spirit.
Sense Appeal
Appeal to all the senses, smell, sight, sound, touch, and taste when you take on this activity, Put flower petals on the mat, light scented candles, have chocolates around, put some romantic music and use your loving touch.
Revitalize your relationship with a romantic drive-in movie. Set the mood with flowers or chocolates, cuddle up, and surprise your partner with a small gift.
Movie Magic
Strengthen your bond through dance. Take up a passionate style like 'Salsa' together, fostering appreciation and growth in your relationship.
Dirty Dancing
Embrace adventure together with skydiving or bungee jumping to strengthen your bond and appreciation for life.
Thrills 'N' Chills
Watching your favorite TV show together, cuddled in a blanket with a bowl of popcorn and the room lit with a sole-flickering candle will also work like magic. The idea is to make the effort and let someone else worry about the results. After all, it's not about the destination, it's the journey that counts.

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