Connect as a Couple Through Finding Fun

Did you know that partners who do things together form a much closer connection through their shared experiences as compared to couples who don’t? Time invested in shared experiences or fun hobbies helps a partnership stay strong and resilient, even during the rough patches. Finding common activities that bring fun into a relationship can help soften the times when things are a bit more challenging, or you just need a little space. The activities you choose don’t have to be costly, but your investment of time and resources will reap huge dividends!

As you add new hobbies to your life as a couple, there are a few key points to keep in mind.  The amount of time you spend together is not as important as the positivity of the interaction. Simple chores such as grocery shopping or going for a long walk can enhance your relationship as long as you make it a fun experience.  

Secondly, look for activities that you both will enjoy and have a shared interest. It could be that both of you have always wanted to try something new such as salsa dancing or an oil-painting class.  Spend some time chatting about what might be enjoyable for both of you and be willing to try something that’s out of your comfort zone!

Finally, fully committing yourself to the experience is crucial.  Being a willing participant should be mutual to avoid any hard feelings. Even if there’s some initial hesitation, a willingness to try sends a message that being together is more important than the anticipated fear.  

Are you ready to get out and explore the world together with some new adventures or hobbies?  Let’s talk about some ideas!  

If you love the outdoors, get out and explore with your partner!  Take a hike, go surfing or kayaking, learn a new outdoor sport such as tennis, or make plans to go on a weekend camping trip. Depending on your part of the country, you may also have access to some beautiful gardens or bodies of water for fishing. 

For those of you that prefer the indoors, pottery, painting, or cooking classes can be a fun way to learn a new skill.  If you’ve had a particularly stressful week, you may prefer to relax together watching a movie and turning your home into a cozy spot for date night!

As you begin to add new hobbies into your relationship, be sure to note the changes in stress levels and increased patience with one another. Studies have shown that even just sharing a hearty laugh over a common experience can help eliminate boredom and improve your social skills. Hopefully, these shared experiences will help you be a better team and minimize future conflicts by building a platform of trust and most importantly, plenty of laughter!

 

 

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I have had back issues most of my life. Since starting treatments with Dr Greg I have had no more issues. It's such a relief to be able to be physical at the high level I want to be. I am able to maintain wellness by seeing Dr Greg on a regular basis. Thank you Dr Greg!!

Michael L.

Hello! I just want to say that you are truly a healer! After leaving your office last Monday, I was more able to breathe, truly breathe - after having suffered all weekend to take a deep breath due to a "rib out of place" OK - if you say so....all I know is that, though I continued to have a bit of pain in my upper back and neck for a day or two, I could take wonderful, glorious deep breaths thanks to your treatment. Thanks again for all you do! Even if I do make many sound affects while you are treating me - "OUCH!!! Hmmmph!! Ughhh!! Really???" I truly appreciate your healing touch....

MMW

I have had Parkinson's Disease for 8 years.  I have developed arthritis in my back and hips. The stiffness of the Parkinson's and the arthritis has caused me a lot of pain. Because of that unrelenting pain I was unable to exercise. Exercise is an important part of pain management for Parkinson's.  Since I have been seeing Dr. Krapf I am feeling much better and his care has allowed me to begin exercising again, which has improved my overall well being. In the past I have been treated by physical therapists and orthopedists. Dr. Krapf's chiropractic manipulations have had an amazing impact on my health and happiness. I highly recommend Dr. Krapf to anyone who needs excellent chiropractic care and the many alternative therapies he offers. I would say he is magical!

When my friend received excellent care from Dr. Krapf, she recommended him to me. I have had gastrointestinal problems for nearly 50 years that have recently been diagnosed with celiac disease with lactose intolerance. All that, including unrelieved stress had made me unhappy and unhealthy. Today I am a different person with the help of Dr. Greg. The Gastro issues are practically nonexistent, my stress levels have plummeted, and my body is changing. I am so grateful for Dr. Greg and his healing hands.

Mary Ann L.

Our family have been patients of Krapf chiropractic for a few decades. We have several success stories archived. The most recent event involves our youngest son who is completing his senior year of high school. He has been a patient of Krapf Chiropractic (KCA) since birth. He has been an avid soccer player since the age of four and has sustained numerous injuries over the years. Dr. Krapf has successfully assisted in every recovery.

Most recently, he began complaining of his feet hurting while playing soccer. Both feet hurt - particularly the balls of his feet while running and cutting. He came to Dr. Greg with his complaint as this was seriously affecting his game. Dr. Greg evaluated the situation and decided a foot scan should be done. The finding was dropped arches. My son was fitted for orthotics. They arrived within days and he wore these as directed. Within a few short weeks he is now playing full games pain free.

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I first called Krapf Chiropractic when my back was so bad that I couldn't get up off the floor. It's been a blessing to have Dr. Greg help me with my overall wellness and health! I find this to be a place where you are not a number and everyone cares. Mollie is always cheerful and reminds me to come. Erin is always smiling and helps relax me when I'm in pain. I would not be functioning if I did not have Krapf Chiropractic to keep me going. As I get older my appreciation deepens, especially when I see people around me who are suffering with back problems. If they only knew how helpful this is. I believe Dr. Greg treats the person not the symptoms. Thank you

Debbie B.

I've been lucky to have exceptional health care from the beginning. At the beginning, seventy-six-plus years ago, Hugh Rodgers brought me into the world in mother and dad's second-floor bedroom in our dairy farm home. Hugh's son, Hugh, Jr., practiced with his dad and beyond caring for my parents, he, also, cared for hundreds of others and me. Roughly forty years ago, a friend suggested I make an appointment with Richard Krapf for help with back-pain. Richard treated the pain that, often, was debilitating, and on Richard's death, his son, Greg became the second second generation to help me from one place to another. I'm grateful to Hugh, Hugh, Richard and, perhaps, most of all, to Greg.

N.C.

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