The Daily Check-In

Triggers:

• After Work: Use the time when you or your partner comes home from work as a cue to ask about their day.
• Dinner Time: Let sitting down for a meal together be the moment to check in and share about each other’s day.
• Evening Routine: Incorporate this habit into your wind-down routine before bed, giving you both a chance to reflect and connect.

Rewards:

• Stronger Bond: Regularly checking in builds trust and deepens your emotional connection.
• Improved Communication: You’ll become more attuned to each other’s feelings, making it easier to support and understand one another.
• Emotional Support: This habit creates a safe space for sharing thoughts and feelings, leading to a more supportive and caring relationship.

Wellness:

Notes:

Be Present: When you ask about their day, put away distractions like your phone or TV. Give them your full attention.

Ask Open-Ended Questions: Encourage a deeper conversation by asking questions that require more than a yes or no answer, like “What was the best part of your day?” or “What’s something that challenged you today?”

Listen Actively: Show that you’re truly listening by making eye contact, nodding, and responding thoughtfully to what they share.

Make It Routine: Choose a consistent time each day to ask about their day, so it becomes a natural part of your routine.

Share Your Day Too: After asking about their day, share something from yours. This mutual exchange fosters a balanced and open dialogue.

Be Patient: If the other person isn’t ready to share immediately, don’t push. Just being there and showing you care can be enough.