10 Things That Make It So Easy to Stay Close

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Call the babysitter—you and your husband are about to become inseparable.

Fit in what you love

You’re so busy that the notion of alone time probably feels foreign, but that’s worth changing, says positive psychology expert Caroline Miller. “When you take time to fulfill your passions, you become more interesting to your spouse and bring emotional flourish to life and to your relationship.” That’s enough reason to make hobby time a priority, especially if you can find something to enjoy together. Is he more of a baseball fan than a Downtown Abbey guy? Ask him to rub your feet while the Yankees are playing, or cook fish and chips to eat while you’re watching the Brits. If that’s a no-go, Venmo money into a joint vacation account every time you pursue your passion, and have him do the same. This way, you’re saving up for a shared activity you’ll equally enjoy.

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Caroline Adams Miller

Caroline Adams Miller, MAPP, is a pioneering voice in evidence-based goal setting, grit, and the science of happiness and success. She’s the author of nine books, including My Name is Caroline, Creating Your Best LifeGetting Grit, and Big Goals. Her work has been featured in outlets such as BBC World News, The New York TimesThe Washington Post, NPR, and CNN. A magna cum laude Harvard graduate, Caroline holds a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania.

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