3 Quotes by Albert Einstein to Make You a Better Lover

This quote makes perfect sense to most people when applied in a professional context. Yet, in a private context we tend to ignore it. Proof is the fact that in most relationship there comes a point where the same argument is played on repeat.

“You always..” “Yes, but you always..”

We all know it isn’t helpful in any way, but the alternative seems even more challenging; actually listening to what the other person is asking and trying something new.

What if, instead of rolling our eyes at the same complaints, we actually tried to do something about them?

Is it because we’re afraid that once we get rid of the old problems new problems will emerge? Or is it just because we’re too lazy to change our behaviour?

Either way, the result comes pretty close to insanity. We keep poking at a wasp’s nest until it explodes, or worse, completely ignore its presence until it’s gotten too big to handle.

Neither image is particularly pleasant but somehow we prefer to stay blind, staying on the same course that has led us to crash after crash, hoping that this time everything will end up okay.

Following Albert Einstein’s advice not only means trying something new, it might also involve taking a risk and admitting that you were wrong in the past. While this can initially be difficult, particularly for stubborn people like myself, it pays back tenfold.

Nothing beats the look of happy surprise on your lover’s face when you didn’t do the thing you always do. Better yet, when you went out of your way to do the opposite. They might not immediately follow suit and stop doing the annoying things they always do, but they will definitely appreciate the extra effort.

The honeymoon phase is usually filled with nothing but learning. You learn their favourite colour, their favourite drink and the way they like to be kissed. You learn what it’s like to wake up next to them.

You learn the best way to fall asleep next to them, whether they like to be cuddled or just…

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