For instance, your partner may feel most loved when doing an activity together.

There are tons of opportunities for gestures of support.

You may feel like your to-do list never seems to end.

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Ask your partner, “What can I do to improve your day?”

During the time you spend apart, consider sending a text that shows your appreciation.

Let them know you’re thinking about them.

Fivecoat H, Tomlinson J, Aron A, Caprariello P.Partner support for individual self-expansion opportunities.J Soc Pers Relat.