It sounds simple, but it can profoundly affect drawing the two of you closer. After all, there is something therapeutic about taking a walk. In a society that tends to literally be on the run, taking a walk requires you to slow down and enjoy life \u2013 together.<\/p>\n
My Uncle Owen and Aunt Alice, who have been married 65 years, have discovered the beauty of taking a walk together. Having raised four children and weathered the storms of life together (including the loss of their two oldest sons), they still try to walk together at least three times a week.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u201cTalking isn\u2019t so important while we\u2019re walking,\u201d Owen said. \u201cWhen you\u2019re walking, you can be together, and you don\u2019t have to talk. And other times, it\u2019s good to have that time together because we do get more of a chance to talk.\u201d<\/p>\n
Try walking with your spouse in the evenings, before or after dinner, as a way of reflecting on the day, talking about your blessings, or reconnecting away from the busyness of life. Even if you can only do it once a week, find your \u201cwalking day\u201d and make it an activity you do together \u2013 for your physical health, as well as for your relational health.<\/p>\n
4. Take a Day to Play<\/h2>\n
Have you ever just taken a day to play together? We make sure our children have regular play days when they\u2019re young. And when we were teenagers, we recognized the value of playing, as well. But playtime can never go away in a relationship if you want to cultivate a closer connection. If you\u2019re a hard worker and feel guilty taking a day to play, consider it an investment in your marriage. Also, consider it a spiritual activity. God wants us to play, enjoy life, and have some return for our labor.<\/p>\n
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