Make time for conversations even on busy days. Get into a routine where you regularly check in. You may always eat dinner together, for example. When your spouse wants to talk, make time for them. If you don’t have time, suggest a later opportunity.
The Prophet sought the advice of his wife ‘Hazrat Ayesha, and followed her good counsel.
If you find yourself becoming secretive, ask yourself what you are afraid of. Try to work through that issue. For instance, if you hide purchases because your spouse gets angry when you spend money, talk to your spouse about this problem. Work out a budget you can both agree on, and stick to it.
‘Hazrat Ayesha was asked about the manners of the Prophet in his home, and she replied: “He would be helping in doing the family duties and when he hears the call of prayer he goes out. " ‘Hazrat Ayesha reported that the Prophet used to mend his shoes, sew his clothes and work in his household, “just as one of you works in his own house. " She also reported that he was a man among men who used to “patch his clothes, milk his goats and engage himself in work. "
Leave little love notes around the house. Send your spouse a loving text when you miss them.
The Prophet says that before intercourse, you should kiss and speak to one another.
If compliments come naturally to you, give them out freely. If they don’t, teach yourself to give compliments at regular intervals. For instance, when your spouse is wearing a new outfit you can tell them that they look beautiful. Thank your spouse for good things they do for you and your family, but be sure to praise them for things they do for themself as well. Tell your spouse you are proud of them when they accomplish something. You may praise meals they make, promotions they earn, sticky situations they mediate, or art they create, for instance.
The Prophet called his wife ‘Ayesha “Humayra,” meaning “rosy,” as she had rosy cheeks.
Flirting and foreplay are important parts of Islam. Do not fall on your spouse without consent. You should both agree sincerely to a sex act before you engage in it.
When your strengthen your relationship with Allah, He will make your relationships with other people more harmonious (in sha Allah). Know that the shaitan (devil) try very hard to destroy marriages and this is one of their biggest goals. Constantly engage in the remembrance of Allah (Dhikr-u-Llah). It will benefit you in many ways such as making your life more gratifying and peaceful, and warding of the Shayateen. When your spouse helps you strengthen your character, they are supporting on your journey to Allah. Share religious duties with your spouse
Tell your spouse what you are making dua for. Share your hopes and aspirations.
