Romance shouldn't die just because the initial stage of courting is over. It's a powerful tool in your Inner harvest that will increase the long-term satisfaction of your important relationships.

Sure, we all have probably either experienced romantic gestures or implemented them ourselves. There's the mundane action of flowers at the door - there's the other end of the spectrum of sky-writing your cherished partner's name during the Superbowl season.

And then, of course, there is everything else in between.

Why romance? Because it's a creative, loving way of directing your partner's attention to the fact, well, that you love him or her! And human nature that it is, often that requires a long-term reminding. Not just words, mind you, but the actions as well...the actions that show you take out your own valuable time to demonstrate the depth of your feeling.

Romance doesn't have to be just words or just music or just gifts of what have you. It can also be creating an atmosphere that evokes your essence to your partner, even if you're nowhere near.

For example, my husband works 3 miles away. When I hear that his day has been extremely stressful, I will print out a love note to him on my computer (complete with fancy free fonts you can find online) and have our kids draw a little picture. Then, I'll take a cotton ball, infuse it with his favorite scent (learn more about that at the massage page), and glue it to the upper right hand side (and then draw a little sunburst about it).

The next step is to drive to his car in the parking deck and leave that note. By the time he gets there after a long hard day of corporate politics, the scent has permeated the interior of the vehicle. And that's the first thing that hits him when he opens the door!

Never underestimate the power of scent or music to touch your cherished partner when you are far away. It seems to bypass normal interpretations and go directly to the emotions of your loved one. It really helps you hone your Inner personal edge.

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