John and Julie Gottman (The Gottman Institute) come up with some wonderful and provoking questions for a couple to ask themselves and each other.
We thought these were too good not to share, all about Expressing and Receiving Love
It is important to know what your partner needs to feel loved and conversely and how they typically like to show their love. Long term relationship success requires both partners feeling loved and appreciated. These questions which likely never been discussed before will deepen you emotional intimacy and overall relationship.
How do you feel most loved and appreciated?
What’s your favorite way to show love to someone special?
What’s a small gesture that always makes you feel cared for?
How do you like to be comforted when you’re having a hard time?
What’s your favorite memory of feeling deeply loved?
How do you prefer to handle disagreements in relationships?
What kind of physical affection feels most natural to you?
How do you like to celebrate special occasions and milestones?
What does quality time mean to you in a relationship?
How do you prefer to give and receive feedback?
What’s something that instantly makes you feel disconnected from someone?
How do you show someone you’re thinking about them?
What helps you feel most supported during stressful times?
How do you like to reconnect after time apart?
What does “being there” for someone look like to you?