Christian Romance Advice

101 romantic Ideas & advice tips for Christians!

1. Compliments. The quickest path to a man's heart is through his ego. "The other day, my lady told me she thought I was sexy. That was so cool! I'd never heard that before and it blew me away!" says a schoolteacher from Chicago. A political consultant from Washington, D.C. agrees: "The most romantic thing in the world is for you to be in awe of your man's skills -- whether it's his ability to make people laugh, perform at sports, fix things, or retrieve and display esoteric knowledge. Let him wow you," he says.

2. Dark chocolate. "Milk chocolate is for kids. Dark chocolate is for lovers," says Weinstein, who explains that dark chocolate has a higher percentage of cocoa, which means it has more phenylethylamine, a chemical that mimics the feeling you have when you're in love.

3. Hard-to-find gifts. Is his college sweatshirt so faded you can't decipher the name of his alma mater? Is he mourning the loss of a rare comic book that his mother threw away when he left home? Does he collect antique hood ornaments? Webb says that a gift that requires some effort is sure to be a big hit with your guy. "Men and women tend to express love differently. Women are usually the more nurturing types and tend to think of romance in terms of 'soft touches' while men express love in more practical ways," says Webb.

4. You, in his clothes. "Come to the dinner table wearing nothing but his button-down dress shirt. Now that's romance!" says an artist from Boston.

5. Funny movies. "A lot of people say that shared values or goals are what make a relationship work," says Weinstein. "But to me it's a shared sense of humor. If you like the Marx Brothers and your date doesn't, then it's simply not going to work," he says. "When you can find someone to laugh with, then you know you're really connecting."

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6. A great memory. A picture really does paint a thousand words -- especially if it's of the two of you tanned and glowing at a beachside resort. "I went to my girlfriend's office and saw that she had a picture of us on vacation in Cancun," says a Seattle construction worker. "Little things like that just make you feel great."

7. An old-fashioned night on the town. A publisher in New York says that he isn't a huge romantic, but he admits that the rotating dance floor at the Rainbow Room makes him pretty gooey. "You're surrounded by well-dressed couples of all ages who know how to dance. This gives the effect of being in a romantic movie about old New York. Plus, it's a little disorienting with all that spinning around, which puts you in a dreamlike state," he says.

8. Tall buildings. Because in general guys just like big stuff. But also because taking in such a huge view can put life into perspective. "The tremendous view of the city with all its lights is not only awesome in its own right, but accentuates the essential smallness of the individual person," says a Chicago attorney. "Thus humbled, it is most comforting to realize, at that instant, you're not alone in the world."

9. Surprise intimacy. Whether it's an unexpected kiss or an afternoon jaunt to the bedroom, men swoon when women say "Come hither." "We like surprises -- like when you initiate sex at odd times, or rent a room in the middle of the day. We also like beaches, bed-and-breakfasts, and when you squeeze our thigh at a snooty dinner party. Oh, and baths. We like bubble baths," says a writer from New York.

10. P.S. I love you. They may not always admit it, but many men report that they love getting affectionate little notes. "I particularly like finding a note in my suitcase when unpacking on a business trip," says an executive from Dallas. Weinstein agrees. He loves getting a surprise note or email with an affectionate message, and says that a "p.s." increases the charm. "There's something about the p.s. that people respond to. It reminds us of when we were at camp and our mom wrote. P.S. I love you, or the note our high-school sweetheart stuffed into our locker."


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How to Make Your Guy More Romantic
By Sara Ekel

Yes, you can encourage him to be a little more thoughtful. Here's how.

Of course, not all men are in tune with their romantic side. Fortunately, most men are highly trainable, and according to the panelists at the Web site GuyCritical.com, you can make your man more romantic -- if you proceed carefully. "Don't ever pressure a guy into romance," says one GuyCritical panelist, a writer from New York. "That's a sure turnoff and the most unromantic thing you can do." Here's what you can do:

Employ the golden rule. The best way to make your man romantic is by example -- but remember, you need to give him romance on his terms, not yours. "Pamper him. Do what he wants once in a while -- be it drinking with the buddies, playing a computer game, or just watching TV," says an entrepreneur from Atlanta, who adds that a spicy ending to any of these activities will make it all the more memorable. "After that, show him you'd appreciate same kind of attention towards you, and eventually he'll put it together."

Take charge. Plan an entire night on the town and let your man sit back and enjoy the ride. "Women don't know how difficult it is for a guy to always find creative and fun things to do, especially if you're going out with someone two or three times a week," says a Los Angeles account executive. "So for me it's romantic when the girl picks out a new restaurant and says, 'Tonight I picked out a new place for us to go, and I'm really excited to go there with you.'"

Turn romance into a game. Michael Webb, founder of TheRomantic.com, suggests that you alternate planning weekly date nights. "If you appeal to their competitive nature, a lot of men would put more thought and effort into the evening, trying to outdo their mate," he says.

Take a tip from Pavlov. Let your guy know how much you appreciate little things he does for you -- cooking dinner, walking around to the passenger-side of the car to let you in, buying your favorite candy bar when you feel blue. "Show him how much you appreciate it. Bring it up in front of other women so he gets a few oohs! and ahhs!," says a banker from New York. "After that, he'll soon be flooding you with romantic moments!"

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