When you think of “Date Night!” what comes to mind? There are many definitions of date night, but it simply involves a couple doing something together to enjoy themselves. How often do you feel couples should have a date night? Additionally, do you see any benefits of couples going on date nights? As you ponder the answers to those questions, you will see that everyone needs time out to enjoy time with those they share a relationship with. Often, we spend so much time working, cleaning, shopping, etc., that we leave little time to nurture our relationships. Take a break and have regular date nights.
Although every day carries a load, we must remember that tomorrow is another day to complete tasks if we live. Many relationships suffer because individuals stop enjoying each other and, more importantly, take little time to do even small things together. “Date Night!” does not have to be costly or extravagant, but it should be meaningful. Furthermore, it has to take into account the likes of both individuals. Hence, discuss activities with your spouse or partner that will be enjoyable to each of you. It doesn’t always have to involve dining in a restaurant.
As I end, I give a big shout-out to one of my dear sisters who has a regular “Date Night!” every Friday with her husband. They only allow other things or people to interfere with their time together if it is crucial. You can most likely count the times on three fingers or one hand! They ask me to accompany them on a date night when I visit their home, which is in another state, but I always graciously decline because I respect their time together.
Togetherness is the glue in relationships! Are date nights important to relationships? Yes, I believe so. Therefore, be encouraged to take the step to nurture your relationship with regular date nights if you are not doing so already. “Date Night!” And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man. Genesis 2:22. I’ll return next week with a new post, “Am I A Salt Shaker?”
Be encouraged, and God bless!
Sister Jackie
I believe date nights are very beneficial for relationships! As I am on the verge of divorcing my husband, I know a simple gesture of him putting in the effort to simply “date” me again and spend that alone time would help me “like” him again and possibly not be as disconnected. With kids and multiple jobs and no time alone to do anything fun or detach from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life, everything just constantly feels like work. You need time to enjoy each other.
Let me begin by saying that I pray your marriage can be restored. Divorce is hard on everyone, especially children. You appear to want your marriage to work, and that is a good thing. I don’t know if you have expressed your feelings to your husband about feeling disconnected, but if not, you should. Sometimes, men especially forget about the things that drew you together in the first place, like dates, having fun, laughing, and enjoying each other. Don’t give up on him or your marriage. Communication is key. Tell him you want him to date you again, and hopefully he will. Even if the two of you can manage your time alone once a month, that will do wonders in your relationship. Hold on, pray, and date! God bless you and thank you so much for sharing your feelings in this post. I am sure it will help someone else too.