Relationship Advice from Orvil

Hey friends! Today I have some relationship advice for y’all since you guys seemed to like this post so much on dating after a divorce. Dating and relationships are HARD and it’s even harder to put yourself out there to find that relationship you’ve been dreaming of. Once you do find that person though, that’s when the real work begins because you have to make sure you’re the partner they’ve always dreamed of in return.

A little twist on this is that the relationship advice is coming from Orvil! Y’all love it when he pops in and offers his two cents. And to be honest, he’s such a great partner that I knew this would be much more well thought out and valuable coming from him rather than me! I hope it’s helpful and y’all get something out of it! OK, take it away, Orvil! LOL

Communication

This is going to sound old fashion, but it’s my personal opinion that when it comes to phone call vs text, a phone call is much better. SO much can get lost in a text message. There is no way of expression in a text other than emojis and sometimes they don’t even do it justice. It’s just easier to call and have a good conversation.

Alone time

Yes, being with your significant other is great and gives you all the feels, but after doing it for 30 days straight your feelings may change. I don’t care who you are, you need some time to yourself and your other half should understand that (and your partner should want/have that time too!). You need a hobby or some friends of your own, something to give you that time to reset so you can give the ones you love the best part of you. Basically what I’m saying is watch it with the clinginess, it’s cute at first but everyone needs some space. 

Make them feel loved

I’m not talking about bringing home some flowers. Yes, that’s great and some people love that, but I’m talking about doing something unique, making their favorite meal from scratch, making them a craft or something special that you can’t just pick up at the local store. Spend some time on it, put some effort into it and they’ll see the thought that went into it and really appreciate it.

Work on it

Relationships aren’t easy. There’s a lot of compromise and tough decisions to be made. It takes a lot of work and you should be willing to do that for the person you love. Some people are just too quick to give up and take the easy route. Don’t be that person. Solve your problems, don’t abandon them. The more you get through the stronger your relationship will become. 

You heard it here first ladies (this is Sarah again)! Let me know if you like Orvil writing a blog post here and there and we’ll try to make it more of a routine!