The 13 Best Relationship Tips You Could Ever Get

11. Have His Back

You might not agree with your guy when he’s had a riff with a friend or he thinks his boss is being unfair, but you should always be on his side…and vice versa. Otherwise, you’ll both feel like you can’t count on each other. That doesn’t mean you have to take the “you’re so right” route all the time. Just hear him out, and let him know that you’ll support him no matter what.

12. Spend a Little Money on Each Other

You don’t have to wait for a special occasion to give small presents to show your love. In fact, gifts are more fun-and meaningful — when they’re not expected. Try to get into the habit of exchanging sweet tokens of appreciation for no particular reason. Don’t go and blow your paycheck though. It’s not about being extravagant; it’s just a way of showing that you really get — and think about — each other. Maybe you buy him a tee of his favorite band that you saw on sale or he gets you a pair of pajamas in your favorite color.

13. Be a Good Date

Face it, no one can stay fascinating forever. After being together for a while, the initial excitement fades, and your guy can start to get kind of boring sometimes. Hey, don’t think you’re off the hook — if you’re feeling a little ho-hum about him, the feeling is likely mutual! To combat the blahs, take turns coming up with an interesting date idea every month. Keep the time and details to yourself, and try to think outside the box — dinner and a movie is not exactly innovative. An awesome concert or a snowboarding lesson, for example, is a much less predictable treat.

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decorating tastes and maintaining a sense of mystery can be a challenge. Michael Payne, interior designer and host of HGTV’s
Designing for the S3xes, offers tips for sharing a happy home.

Compromise on color. Men veer toward taupe and beige, while women tend to like stronger hues, such as red or deep gold. To create a compatible home, especially in the bedroom, where you’re most intimate, try colors both S3xes agree on, such as chocolate brown or silver blue.

Banish TV from the bedroom. Television is a major intimacy killer. Watch your favorite shows and DVDs in another room, and use the boudoir for three things: sleep, snuggling, and S3x.