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07-02-2018, 09:46 AM
The simple relationship hack that could save your marriage - and it takes just FIVE minutes
Psychologist Belinda Williams reveals how it's possible to bring back romance
The expert says intimacy continues to be the biggest building block to love
Ms Williams offers an easy solution for couples who may be struggling
By EMILIA MAZZA FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA
PUBLISHED: 05:51 BST, 2 July 201
While the honeymoon period of a marriage is filled with love and excitement, other priorities soon take over.
As a result, couples can fall into a monotonous routine and find themselves swamped with demanding life commitments outside of the relationship.
So how can couples who are drifting apart reconnect and reset their relationship?
Australian psychologist Belinda Williams says the simple way to reignite the spark in a marriage is to make sure each day is peppered with a few 'micro-moments' - five-minute increments where couples take time to connect.
Speaking to Kidspot, Ms Williams said this simple technique is one she recommends to clients who may be experiencing difficulties in their relationship.
'It doesn't have to be big chunks of time for it to be impactful to your relationship,' she said.
Ms Williams said 'micro-moments' are about taking the smallest opportunities to signal to the other person your love and care.
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Psychologist Belinda Williams recommends couples reignite the romance spark in small but meaningful ways - and as often as possible
'It may be ensure a proper greeting and farewell, a quick cuddle as you pass in the hallway, holding hands as you fall asleep, saying I love you face to face, an expression of gratitude, a small gift like their favourite bread or tea.'
Ms Williams said couples tend to think it is the big gestures that are the most important but this can mean waiting for a time that's right, something that might not come along all that often.
'So take what you can get. Make the most of the small moments.'
What is a 'micro-moment'?
* A micro-moment is a five-minute increment where couples take time to connect
* This can be as simple as taking time to properly greet or farewell your partner, holding hands as you fall asleep or taking time to cuddle
* Other micro-moment gestures can include buying your partner small gifts
It may be ensure a proper greeting and farewell, a quick cuddle as you pass in the hallway, holding hands as you fall asleep, saying I love you face to face, an expression of gratitude, a small gift like their favourite bread or tea.'
Ms Williams said couples tend to think it is the big gestures that are the most important but this can mean waiting for a time that's right, something that might not come along all that often.
'So take what you can get. Make the most of the small moments.'
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/02/05/4DD4C30F00000578-5907791-Small_gestures_like_holding_hands_with_the_other_p erson_can_sign-a-49_1530505705568.jpg
Small gestures like holding hands with the other person can signal your care and love
Speaking previously to Daily Mail Australia, relationship expert Louanne Ward offered some insight as to why couples might struggle after they have been together for some years.
She explained while most might experience a honeymoon period - that can last several years - differences can set in after a while.
'If you have one set of values and your husband or partner has another, this could result in resentment, which may ultimately drive you apart.'
She said rather than settling for a situation that may be slowly deteriorating, it's better to actively work on a relationship consistently in order to help it to survive.
'Couples need to find a way to understand each other, and continually make the effort to get on the same page in terms of goals and shared values.'
Psychologist Belinda Williams reveals how it's possible to bring back romance
The expert says intimacy continues to be the biggest building block to love
Ms Williams offers an easy solution for couples who may be struggling
By EMILIA MAZZA FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA
PUBLISHED: 05:51 BST, 2 July 201
While the honeymoon period of a marriage is filled with love and excitement, other priorities soon take over.
As a result, couples can fall into a monotonous routine and find themselves swamped with demanding life commitments outside of the relationship.
So how can couples who are drifting apart reconnect and reset their relationship?
Australian psychologist Belinda Williams says the simple way to reignite the spark in a marriage is to make sure each day is peppered with a few 'micro-moments' - five-minute increments where couples take time to connect.
Speaking to Kidspot, Ms Williams said this simple technique is one she recommends to clients who may be experiencing difficulties in their relationship.
'It doesn't have to be big chunks of time for it to be impactful to your relationship,' she said.
Ms Williams said 'micro-moments' are about taking the smallest opportunities to signal to the other person your love and care.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/02/05/4DD4E20600000578-5907791-Psychologist_Belinda_Williams_recommends_couples_r eignite_the_ro-a-51_1530505705601.jpg
Psychologist Belinda Williams recommends couples reignite the romance spark in small but meaningful ways - and as often as possible
'It may be ensure a proper greeting and farewell, a quick cuddle as you pass in the hallway, holding hands as you fall asleep, saying I love you face to face, an expression of gratitude, a small gift like their favourite bread or tea.'
Ms Williams said couples tend to think it is the big gestures that are the most important but this can mean waiting for a time that's right, something that might not come along all that often.
'So take what you can get. Make the most of the small moments.'
What is a 'micro-moment'?
* A micro-moment is a five-minute increment where couples take time to connect
* This can be as simple as taking time to properly greet or farewell your partner, holding hands as you fall asleep or taking time to cuddle
* Other micro-moment gestures can include buying your partner small gifts
It may be ensure a proper greeting and farewell, a quick cuddle as you pass in the hallway, holding hands as you fall asleep, saying I love you face to face, an expression of gratitude, a small gift like their favourite bread or tea.'
Ms Williams said couples tend to think it is the big gestures that are the most important but this can mean waiting for a time that's right, something that might not come along all that often.
'So take what you can get. Make the most of the small moments.'
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/02/05/4DD4C30F00000578-5907791-Small_gestures_like_holding_hands_with_the_other_p erson_can_sign-a-49_1530505705568.jpg
Small gestures like holding hands with the other person can signal your care and love
Speaking previously to Daily Mail Australia, relationship expert Louanne Ward offered some insight as to why couples might struggle after they have been together for some years.
She explained while most might experience a honeymoon period - that can last several years - differences can set in after a while.
'If you have one set of values and your husband or partner has another, this could result in resentment, which may ultimately drive you apart.'
She said rather than settling for a situation that may be slowly deteriorating, it's better to actively work on a relationship consistently in order to help it to survive.
'Couples need to find a way to understand each other, and continually make the effort to get on the same page in terms of goals and shared values.'