Does your love life feel like it’s fallen to the bottom of the priority list? Are you so exhausted at the end of each day that intimacy is the first thing to slip through the cracks? We totally get it. Between work stresses, parenting duties, and keeping up with the demands of daily life, your physical connection can start feeling like an afterthought.

But letting your sex and love life fall by the wayside can produce an emotional distance between you and your partner. That’s why it’s so important to consciously prioritize intimacy – both inside and outside of the bedroom – to keep your romantic bond strong.

Here are some tips to make your love life a priority again:

Schedule Bedroom Connections

Don’t just wait for the mood to spontaneously strike. Actually, schedule sex into your calendars, so it doesn’t keep getting bumped by other obligations. Look forward to these intimate rendezvous. The anticipation will get you both in the mood!

One busy couple we worked with schedules intimate evenings on their calendars every Wednesday and Saturday when childcare is covered. Protecting that quality time keeps their connection thriving.

Trade Stress-Relieving Massages

After long, exhausting days, take turns giving each other sensual massages to melt away stress. Incorporate aromatherapy candles, essential oils, and soft music. Transitioning from relaxing touch to sexual intimacy will come naturally.

A husband we coached starts giving his wife slow, soothing back massages when they crawl into bed. This routine became a special erotic ritual for them both.

Indulge in Affectionate Touch Throughout the Day

Prioritize non-sexual physical affection as well – kisses, hand-holding, caresses, cuddling on the couch. Touch releases tension and oxytocin, promoting bonding. Don’t underestimate the power of daily affection!

Schedule Getaways and Date Nights

Book hotel getaways and romantic date nights where you can escape daily stress and focus completely on each other. Share new experiences, indulgent meals, and long talks without any distractions. The quality time together feeds your intimacy.

One exhausted pair aiming to reconnect booked a spa weekend at a boutique hotel nearby. The change of scenery and lack of responsibilities allowed them to totally relax into each other.

Prioritize Emotional Intimacy Too

Don’t neglect the emotional intimacy that fuels a vibrant love life. Make time for deep talks, expressing affection, and thoughtful gestures. When your relationship is nurtured, passion flows more freely.

One woman left secret encouraging notes for her boyfriend in spots she knew he’d find them when he was having a difficult week. These loving words lifted his spirits and brought them closer.

If you need help strengthening your romantic bond through intimacy again, our Light Your Spark program can support you. Visit www.lightyoursparks.com to learn more.

You deserve a loving relationship where intimacy is nourishing, not a burden. With some determination, you can absolutely make your love life a priority again!