70: Playing the Long Game in Relationships or How I Spent My Vacation

Ellen Dorian shares insights from her 10th anniversary Viking river cruise, highlighting three key moves for long-lasting relationships: acceptance, longevity, and defaulting to yes.Part 1: Acceptance in Long Term Relationships- Recognizing and appreciating your partner's authentic self- Distinguishing between tolerance, resignation, and genuine acceptance- Example: Steve's acceptance of Ellen's coffee house visitsPart 2: Longevity and Vitality- Importance of physical, mental, and emotional health in relationships- Observations from the cruise demographic- Connection between personal vitality and relationship strengthPart 3: Defaulting to Yes- Overcoming the habit of saying no thanks- Benefits of staying open to new experiences together- Example: Hungarian street food cooking classKey Takeaways:- Relationships play out over decades, not days- Staying healthy and active contributes to relationship longevity- Defaulting to yes keeps relationships fresh and engagingCall to Action:Book a free Relationship Reset Call at relationshipresetcall.com for personalized guidance.Closing Thoughts:Relationships, like the Danube, change over time but can keep moving along for years with the right approach.Support & Resources:Ellen invites listeners to share their thoughts, either in the P3 Insider's Community or directly with her via email. Or, for one on one brainstorming on a specific situation, listeners can set up a time on Ellen's Calendar for a free Relationship Reset Call.All links can be found below."Until next time, remember, 'What I want most in the world is for you to Make More Love in Your Life and with Your Wife.'" - Ellen DorianDisclaimer:The Make More Love show is for information and entertainment purposes only, and reflects the personal opinions and experiences of the host and guests. It is not a substitute for professional advice or guidance in specific situations.Make More Love Show Website: www.makemorelove.showParent Company - The Passionate Partners Project: www.passionatepartnersproject.comJoin Our Passionate Partners Insider Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/682764239165105Contact Me Directly: Email: [email protected] direct message me via social media:Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ellen.dorian.7/LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellendorian/Take the free Relationship Dynamics Quiz: http://makemorelove.show/quizSet up a Free Relationship Reset Call with me:http://relationshipresetcall.com