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Savoring is a process involving focusing attention on experienced pleasure.

Joint savoring is mutual sharing of positive experiences between romantic partners.

Savoring experiences jointly is linked with quality of life and relationship well-being.

We all know couples who genuinely love to be together. They inspire us when they are newlyweds and encourage us when they celebrate their golden anniversary after 50 years of marital bliss.

But what is the secret? And for couples who don’t feel like role models for chemistry and contentment, how can they improve their relationship? The answer may be more straightforward than we think.

For Couples, Pleasurable Activities Are Better Together

Within relationships, as time goes by, some couples continue to bond, enjoying a deeper sense of love and intimacy as they get to know each other even better, while others grow apart. Alienation doesn’t happen overnight; it progresses over time as partners spend less time together, pursuing separate lives.

The good news is........

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