How would you describe your date style? Is it more “tried and true” or “try something new?” Or maybe it’s more along the lines of “whatever we can squeeze in.” The truth is, there’s not really just one correct way to do date night – the most important part is that you’re doing it!
That being said, sometimes your usual thing just isn’t what you want or need. Other times you might find yourselves in situations or seasons of life that require a different kind of date. Then there’s the matter of actually making date night happen amidst the realities of your busy day-to-day. Oh, not to mention how to keep the conversation flowing and meaningful!
No need to stress. We’ve got your back with this go-to guide for all things date night.
What are you in the mood for?
Your mood can have an effect on what kinds of activities you gravitate to – and how much you and your spouse enjoy yourselves. If you like to play it by ear and match your date to whatever sounds most appealing in the moment, then check out these 25 ideas. Exploring new ideas that suit your mood is a great way to get the most out of your time together. Get creative and consider combining multiple ideas from this post or with your own ideas to create the perfect combination. Read more…
Looking for something outside of the box?
If you’ve been with your partner for any length of time, you know that dates can easily feel redundant and a bit too routine. How can you spice up those dates you put so much effort into prioritizing? The answer: Do something new and different! To give you a head start on creative ideas, check out this list – conveniently categorized into five different types to try! Read more…
Feel like staying home?
Maybe you have young children at home or you’re exhausted from a long week at work. Perhaps weather, sickness, or some other extenuating circumstance is forcing you be homebodies for awhile. If you don’t want to let your dating habit fall by the wayside even when you’re stuck at home, then these ideas are for you. Read more…
Searching for a unique date idea for each month?
Each month of the year can offer something special when it comes to date options. If you’re looking for ideas that help you celebrate and make the most of the seasons, then our 12-month Date Guide is just the ticket. Download it here.
Want to master 6 essential types of dates?
Depending on the season of your marriage, maintaining a habit of dating will require varying amounts of effort and intention. Sometimes, it’ll be easy. You’ll have plenty of time and few considerations to plan around. Other times, you might feel as if you barely have time to sip a cup of coffee together in the morning. That’s why having a repertoire of these six types of dates can help you continue dating each other through the changing needs of various life and relationship phases. Read more…
Need to reignite your excitement about date night?
Continuing to date your spouse throughout your marriage does some really amazing things for your relationship. It not only cultivates friendship, connection, and intimacy, it also sets a great example of marriage for your children. That being said, sometimes the daily grind can begin to dull your enthusiasm for dates. If you need a little boost of encouragement and inspiration to get excited about date nights again, here’s why and how to hype it up – with tips to avoid over-hyping it as well. Read more…
Want some help making date night actually happen?
In theory, a regular date night seems easy enough to follow through on. If you’ve got it down pat, kudos! If you struggle to make it a reality, you’re not alone. Between busy schedules, home and work demands, finances, and childcare, you’ll always be able to find a reason why a date just isn’t in the cards this month. But here’s the only reason you need for why it should be: your relationship is worth it. Check out these tips for making date night a reality. Read more…
Wondering how to enrich your dates even more?
If you’re spending much of your date staring at your phones instead of each other, this section is for you. Quality time for just the two of you is a precious commodity, so make the most of it with meaningful conversations. If you need a little nudge in this area, check out our Date Conversation Guide or snag a copy of our Discussion Guide for Couples. Both of these casual resources offer insights, questions, and prompts to get you talking and connecting.
Continuing to date your spouse might seem optional, but we think it’s a must. After all, your marriage deserves – and benefits from – intentional time together. Hopefully this all-in-one guide can help you make that come to fruition.
