Relationships

#2 can highlight the passion in your partnership.

In romantic partnerships, sharing how you feel about your partner is key to fostering ahealthy dynamic.

Communication and sometimes simply validation goes a long way.

Flirty text messages to send your long-term partner.

Sending a sweet orflirty textto your partner can be a good way to start.

Try not to let the mundane day-to-day usurp the fact that you two really do have aromantic connection.

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Making an effort to share these feelings with your partner can easily become a habit with a little consistency.

Below, Kaplan shares some examples of flirty texts to send to your long-term partner.

This text can be a simple way to remind your partner how much they mean to you.

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Thinking about the way you kissed me before you left for work this morning.

You still give me butterflies!

Over time, intense attraction can ebb and flow in a longer-term relationship.

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Let your partner know that you still admire them and feel the passion in the connection you share.

“Seriously excited for date night tonight.

Is it 7 p.m. yet?

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Can’t wait to see you!”

Even date nights can start to feel like a routine from time to time.

“You + me + Netflix + takeout = best Tuesday night ever.”

“Hope your meeting went well.

I’m sure you crushed it!

They’re lucky to have you.”

Being your partners biggest cheerleader doesnt have to require interrupting your day.

Selfie Missing your cute face, so heres mine.

“Thanks again for handling the [chore/project].

“How did I get so lucky?

I love you!”

I made a reservation at that new place downtown youve been wanting to try.

Meet me there after work, my treat!

Surprising your partner with a nice date night is one small way to help keep the romance alive.

Remembering how important it is to keep dating in a long-term partnership makes all the difference.

“You looked so cute on your way out the door this morning.

I’m the luckiest!”

“I know I don’t say it all the time but …

I love you!”

Expert:

Erika Kaplan, professional matchmaker and VP of Membership atThree Day Rule