I recently got asked if I thought a no-sex-for-30-days challenge could help a hurting relationship. My answer was, “Um, WHAAAT?” Seriously, is that a thing? People are purposely trying to avoid sex with their partners for a full month because they think it will improve their relationships? While this might help some couples, I fear that it could also serious hurt the relationships of other couples. So instead of entertaining this question with a long answer, I’m going to give you guys some ideas about the flip side on what else you could do every day for 30 days that could really strengthen your relationship.
Date night
If you and your boo commit to doing a date night every night for 30 days, you two will be flying high by the end of the month. Of course, not every date has to be dinner and dancing followed by champagne and fireworks. Get creative. Maybe one date night is a movie at home. Another could be paint-your-own pottery. Another could be camping in your backyard. In fact, you could probably get through the whole month without having to put on a dress and high heels and still have 30 very awesome and very romantic experiences.
Cook dinner
If you two cook dinner at home every night for a month, not only will you save a ton of money, but you’ll be masters of teamwork. You two will pick the recipes together, strategize grocery shopping, navigate around each other in the kitchen and end up with a kickass product and lots of time together every night. This could be like Julie & Julia, but more like You Two and FoodNetwork.com. It’s a less catchy title, I know.
Compliment
Find one new thing about your man to compliment him on every single day. Each day could be something small, like digging his socks or how hot he looks when his beard is a little scruffy. Thirty mornings in a row that start off with a compliment will make your man feel amazing, and it’s always better to be dating someone who feels great about himself.
Work out
If you two exercise together for 30 days in a row, you both will be so smoking hot. And exercise gives you amazing endorphins that will keep you happier and healthier. But seriously, let’s focus on the hot factor here. So, so hot!
Sex
No sex for 30 days might work for some couples, but how about yes sex for 30 days? Having sex every day will definitely bring your man and you closer. Plus, it’s good for making sure you two don’t dwell on silly fights that come up when you’re in a long-term relationship. For example, can you really be mad at him for not emptying the dishwasher when he’s giving you the orgasm of your life?
