And remember date nights?

In fact, your beloved may straight-up be getting on your nerves.

In fact, showing small acts of love has been show to actually lower stress.

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But thats only one solution.

Acts of service

Its easy for clutter to quickly accumulate when youre home all the time.

Bringing your partner coffee in bed.

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

New York City-based relationship expert and psychotherapist

What a sweet way to start the day (that wont result in cleaning up stray grounds).

Even if it doesnt turn out exactly like it should, the effort wont go unnoticed.

Because of this, learning something new together can be a meaningful bonding experience.

Books on grief are seen floating against a backdrop of clouds.

Physical touch

Make a conscious effort to be physically demonstrative, Dr. Steinberg says.

Relationshipsdotake work, but as the scientific evidence clearly shows, the little things can make a big difference.

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Michelle Monaghan, Carrie Coon, and Leslie Bibb in The White Lotus, symbolizing toxic friendships.

New York City-based relationship expert and psychotherapist

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