You love your partner, but sometimes the spark just isn’t as strong as it once was. That doesn’t mean you need to end the relationship or take a break, so don’t get too worried. All you have to do is experiment with a few simple ways to spice up your relationship. You can thank us later.

Try Something New

There’s something comforting about coming home from work, changing into sweats or pajamas, and curling up on the couch with your sweetie. There’s also something boring about it. When you do the same thing together, you build a bond but lose the spark you once had. Try something new together, whether it’s cooking classes or deep sea diving.

Surprise Your Partner with a Gift

This isn’t a big secret or anything, but getting your boyfriend or girlfriend gifts is a great way to spice up your relationship. Make sure the gifts are personal, not the same junk you’d bring a random recipient at the office holiday party. Gifts don’t have to be expensive or even come from a store. Show off your sentimental side with a homemade gift.

Disconnect from the World

Sometimes it feels like the world never stops. Plan a day free of technology and relax with your partner. It might be hard to give up your television and cell phone at first, but you’ll be glad you did at the end of the day.

Switch up Your Roles

It’s easy to take each other for granted when you don’t know what the other person does each day. If your partner usually cooks, offer to prepare dinner. Take the kids to the park if you’re often busy with work and other obligations during the day. Do your partner’s chores for a few days. These small acts will not be forgotten.

Take a Vacation Together

You don’t need a cruise to the Bahamas or a trek through Europe to spice up your relationship, but those things certainly don’t hurt. Sometimes you just need to get away for a day or two, even if you’re just escaping to a luxury suite in the next town. Surprise your honey with reservations to a nice hotel or plane tickets to a place you’ve both always wanted to visit. Just make sure cancelation is an option in case your schedules don’t match.