{"id":4524,"date":"2021-02-08T14:13:18","date_gmt":"2021-02-08T19:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/motivatedtomarry.com\/stage\/?p=4524"},"modified":"2021-02-12T15:53:35","modified_gmt":"2021-02-12T20:53:35","slug":"how-to-be-more-romantic-make-this-a-valentines-day-to-remember","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motivatedtomarry.com\/stage\/how-to-be-more-romantic-make-this-a-valentines-day-to-remember\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Be More Romantic & Make This A Valentine\u2019s Day To Remember"},"content":{"rendered":"

No one does romance like Hollywood. Even predictable plots with unrealistic but feel-good endings keep us sighing, swooning, laughing…and wanting more. And what woman hasn\u2019t dragged her significant other to the latest romance flick in hopes he will learn how to be more romantic himself?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a built-in magnet of sorts, this yearning for love and its mesmerizing, hypnotizing, invigorating accomplice we call romance.<\/p>\n

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There is, of course, a very practical, evolutionary justification for courtship and finding true love<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But we want more than just the perpetuation of our species. We want the feelings, the allure, the intrigue, the mystery, and the emotional and intellectual connection that bind for life.<\/i><\/p>\n

And that, my Cupids, requires more than a quiverful of arrows.<\/p>\n

Do you consider yourself a romantic?<\/p>\n

Some people are naturals, while others need a little \u201cinspirational coaching.\u201d<\/p>\n

I often hear women say, “I want a man who’s romantic.”<\/p>\n

And I also hear men ask, often out of frustration, “How can I be more romantic?”<\/p>\n

So what are the women really saying and the men really asking? Isn’t romance something that’s personal and unique for each individual?<\/p>\n

Yes…and no.<\/p>\n

There are tons of books on how to be romantic, and the pearl of wisdom in all of them is pretty simple:<\/p>\n

Being romantic is about being thoughtful, making an effort, and giving your partner undivided attention.<\/h2>\n

It is, in a nutshell, about intention.<\/i><\/p>\n

We often envision a candle-lit dinner with soft music, effortless conversation, and laughter as the epitome of romance.<\/p>\n

But surely the idea box is bigger than that!<\/p>\n

It makes sense to be thinking about how to be more romantic now because Valentine\u2019s Day is literally upon us.<\/p>\n

And we all know the ponderings and expectations that come with it, especially for those in budding relationships. It can be a make-or-break event. (No pressure here!<\/i>)<\/p>\n

Yet, given social distancing and fears of COVID, Valentine’s Day is more of a challenge this year.<\/p>\n

Time to think outside the box of chocolates.<\/i><\/p>\n

What you need to remember is that being romantic is about going out of your way for your date to make her (and him) feel special.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s about bringing the truth and vulnerability of yourself to the table and using them as vehicles to reach your intended\u2019s heart.<\/p>\n

Whaaat? How?<\/i><\/p>\n

So maybe romance doesn\u2019t come easily for you. Maybe you have spent your life swearing it off with an eye roll as \u201ca girl thing.\u201d<\/p>\n

But, if you\u2019re a guy hoping to win the heart of one of those emotional, romance-driven females, it\u2019s time to make the effort.<\/p>\n

And, surprise, you may actually discover that the pursuit is fun…and ultimately rewarding.<\/p>\n

Here are some ideas for how to be more romantic to get you thinking. (Keep in mind where you are in your relationship and what gestures are appropriate for that stage.)<\/h2>\n