… Focus on the positive. It may be as easy as a simple compliment, acknowledging your partner for hard work they have done, or surprising your partner by taking care of chores they don’t like … appreciate what he or she does for you. Showing and receiving respect and gratitude are the best feelings. A person’s greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated, and this will help them … the taste of the food you have prepared. Homemade meals are the healthiest and often taste the best! Encourage a healthy lifestyle for your partner. When someone is trying to lose weight or …