Date Night In: Crafts & Conversation
Date Night In:
Crafts & Conversation
Big Idea - The best way to protect your relationship is to enjoy it.
Big Idea - The best way to protect your relationship is to enjoy it.
It’s easy to fall into a routine of simply discussing day to day activities and problems with your spouse. We assume we already know them so having deeper, life-giving conversations don’t come up naturally. An entire lifetime together isn’t enough to truly know a person, because they are always changing. Diving deep with your partner and investing in getting to know them will strengthen the bonds between you. So take the time to invest in meaningful conversation – it will help you get a step closer.
Before you get started, take steps to make the most of this in-home date night:
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Treat date night at home with the same intentionality as a night out - this means putting away your phone, reducing distractions, and focusing on each other
2.
Have kids? Give them an early dinner, put them to bed early, or give them an alternative activity such as a movie or game to keep them busy. Click here for some other ideas.
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Be flexible! Date night at home might be different than your usual routine. Don’t let a few mishaps or small roadblocks get in the way of having a great time.
Kick off your date by getting cozy and watching this video together!
Activity
Whip up your favorite beverage and turn on some music. We created this romantic Spotify playlist just for you. Break out the craft supplies and pick an image from these downloads that inspires you! Print it out and begin coloring.
To start things off, ask each other these fun
“Would You Rather Questions”
Discuss
Once you’re settled in and working on your masterpieces, it’s time for some face to face conversations about the past, present, and future.
Past
1.
When we were first getting to know each other, what was the thing that intrigued you most about me?
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What’s your version of our love story?
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What’s something new you’ve learned about me this year? What is something new you’ve learned about yourself?
4.
What do you think is the biggest obstacle we’ve overcome as a couple?
5.
What’s your favorite / funniest memory from this year so far?
Present
1.
What are your 5 most important personal values?
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When do you feel like I’m most attentive to us?
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What would we need to do to make regular face time a priority?
Future
1.
If we could go anywhere in the world right now, where would you want to go?
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How can I best show you that I’m still crazy about you?
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What are some practical next steps we can take to stay current with each other?
Dare You
Have a staring contest, the first one to laugh or blink loses!
Wrap Up
Agree to spend at least 10 minutes every day this week talking with each other about anything other than work, the household, kids, problems, or even your relationship. Focus on the things that matter down deep — the things that expand your understanding of your mate. You’ll be glad you did!