I have been with my boyfriend for two and a half years now and we always try to keep in mind that we are still dating. We are not married. We need to go on dates and not get lazy in our relationship by slipping into comfort mode. I especially like to do things out of routine and different to keep the buzz alive and love in the air. Even if it is as simple as sleeping on the other end of the bed for the night or giving each other a massage.

It is easy to slip into comfort mode or get lazy when dating someone for a longer period of time, particularly so when you are living together. You see each other every day, you spend weekends together and things that were once special are now taken for granted, not as appreciated or are thrown to the wayside.

So are you looking for some ideas of things to do together to ensure you are having a conscious relationship? A reminder of just enjoying just being in each others company and hanging out.

Below are ideas of things to do together depending upon your interests;

• Sporting interest – watch a basketball game, cricket, go to the drag races, go rock climbing or bouldering, play lazer tag against each other

• Like getting outdoors – go for a hike or bush walk, cycle in Centennial park, visit the outdoor movies, beach, try stand up paddle boarding, a surf lesson, walk your dogs together, go fishing, take a Sunday drive

• Culture – try an escape room, visit a museum, gallery, take a tour, watch an international movie at the Dendy, do some wine tasting

• Foodies – try vegetarian restaurants or Korean BBQ, or search for oysters, or go on the hunt for the best coffee in your area trying all different coffee shops out

• Stress release – book in to go in a flotation tank, go for a couples massage, watch a comedy show, try a reiki healing or kinesiology appointment

• Homebody - pull out your board games, play cards, cook a three-course meal together

Not up for going out, then try leaving love notes in their work shirt pocket, lunch box or on the mirror. Surprise them with their favourite meal. Light candles in your home. Greet them at the car when they get home. Put on a song and dance together. Call your partner and invite them out for coffee. Do something out of your comfort zone. There are so many different ways to renew your relationship. It doesn’t have to be big or expensive.

What are some ideas of things you like to do when dating and to keep your relationship fresh and love alive? We would love it if you joined the conversation and left a comment below.