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From Hugs to Happiness: The Importance of Physical Affection
When you show affection, you’re showing love. It's another way to say, “I love you.” But, far too often couples let it slip away.
They stop sitting close to each other on the couch or stop holding hands as they walk down the street. Today’s Deep Dive podcast, “From Hugs to Happiness: The Importance of Physical Affection,” focuses on fixing those behaviors and how to better express affection.
I had a husband call one time. He was about to dump his wife in spite of the fact that he had a couple of kids still at home. He just didn't love her anymore.
Here’s the three-step assignment I gave him:
Tonight at dinner, get up out of your chair and go to the refrigerator to get something - it doesn’t matter what.
As you pass by your wife, brush your finger across her back.
Walk away and go sit down.
The man called back! He couldn’t believe how much that small touch reignited his loving feelings and gave his marriage the spark it needed.
Physical touch is important to all types of relationships — platonic, sibling, or otherwise.
My caller, Cheryl, craved the comfort of a hug from her only living sibling, Carmen who thought Cheryl’s need was unnecessary and ridiculous. Despite her initial resistance, listen to the powerful breakthrough both sisters experienced in this episode.
Reignite the spark with examples of affection in this Deep Dive
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Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Made The Difference
I’m moved by husband and wife, Bill and Lisa, writing in together to share their testimony of a happy marriage! What’s their secret to a successful 39 years together? Here’s what they divulged:
My husband and I have been married for 39 years. We have 4 grown, ugly children and 8 grandchildren who we adore.
My husband is my best friend, and I am his.
Aside from family or friend gatherings, it’s just the two of us together on vacations, walks, movies, out to dinner or just staying home on the couch watching TV. To some, this may sound boring, but I wouldn’t want it any other way. We kiss and say I love you every morning, give a hug and kiss, or a fun pat on the butt every evening.
We never bring work home regardless of the day we’ve had. Work stays at the desk or in the car, and the door is always opened with a smile. Every Thursday we plan a date night with one of us preparing a special 3-course meal for the other. We dim the lights, have some wine, and serve each other what we've prepared. That’s usually followed by a soak in the hot tub and a back rub with oil and sex (not always the latter, but that’s okay because the foreplay is amazing.) Tonight, it's my turn. I’ve prepared my menu and I'm looking forward to it.
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage has made a difference in our marriage and contributed to its longevity. We appreciate all you do. Thank you!
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💡 Thought of the Day
Sex without a foundation of love and admiration gets boring.
Now, go do the right thing!

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