Life and relationships go hand in hand, but so does the loss of the spark that is felt when a relationship is brand new. That excitement is something that many people long to recreate after years of being together. Fortunately there are many ways to keep the love alive and make things exciting again.

One thing to keep in mind before trying any advice is that not all tips work the same for everyone. So, take the time to try several tips and see what works, for optimal results, keep up what does work and replace what doesn’t. Another thing to remember is that trying too many things at once may seem strange and even become out of order for some situations.

To recreate that new love feeling, many couples have found that recreating their first date and taking a walk down memory lane can rejuvenate the passion. Sometimes in life we get busy with our careers, families, household chores and other things and we can forget to take time out to nurture a relationship. It really is true, the simple pleasures and little things in life are what add up to creating lasting memories and help to keep love strong.

Little things such as writing expressive notes and leaving them where a significant other will find them can also help to keep love vibes alive and active. It is easy to see why too, going through a daily ritual and finding a love letter can really make someone’s day. Depending upon the nature of the relationship, getting creative and expressing the desire for romance in a love letter can also go quite a long ways towards spicing things back up.

Another thing for parents and busy couples is to set aside an evening to go to a movie or some other fun activity. This helps couples to take a break from the ordinary, which tends to become rather ritualistic, and not so exciting. A double date with close friends or family members is also a great way to break away from the usual.

A partner that takes the time to surprise the love of their life with an unexpected gift will discover that it can remind him/her that they are thought of. The occasional surprise gift can deliver quite a strong message to a loved one. When trying to liven things up, a favorite candy, flowers, jewelry or clothing, shows that the gift was carefully considered and selected.

In the event that a relationship is struggling to survive, making nice gestures and doing nice things for each other can become the mortar that strengthens the foundation of the relationship. If in this situation, it could help to seek professional help to ensure that everything is done to repair whatever is broken.

When a couple works together to strengthen their bond, miracles can happen if patience and time is given to these efforts. One of the best ways to keep love alive is to remember to nurture it with tender loving care; after all good relationships take effort, but are always well worth it in the long run.