“It’s been almost a decade since anyone did something like that for me.”

Have you ever wished your partner did a specific thing for you?

they provided a lot of insights into their needs.

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Here’s what they said below.

“Let me have one day a week for myself.

(Context: She owns a small business, and I help her.

A couple engaging in a playful, romantic moment in a kitchen

We are together almost 24/7.

u/Prestigious-Area4559

3.

“Join me on my random late-night expeditions to the kitchen for a snack.

Two people laughing and playfully wrestling on a bed in casual clothing

Plus, it’s the silly, spontaneous moments like these that make for the best memories.

“A good back scratch is amazing.”

u/AltruisticHopes

“We won a cheap ass bamboo back scratcher at a cheap carnival.

A couple lying in bed looking away from each other, appearing troubled or distant

It’s the best back scratcher.

My wife and I always said if we get a divorce, we are fighting over the back scratcher.

We laughed every time we said it.

Two people setting up a cozy space with lights; one is reaching up to adjust a fabric

I guess I won.

We had 30 years together.

I think good thoughts of her when I use it.”

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u/smokin_monkey

5.

“Let me be the little spoon.”

“Initiate stuff more (I dont mean just sexually).

Groceries in a reusable bag on a table, suggesting preparation for a healthy home-cooked meal

My last serious relationship ended because I realized I was the only one who put effort into doing stuff.

The next partner I have, I want both of us to put effort in.”

u/myersmatt

7.

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“Lie still when shes sleeping.

Sometimes, its like sleeping next to a printing press.”

“How she touches me non-sexually.

A gentle touch when she walks by me.

I would love some compliments sometimes, but dreams are often just that, dreams.”

u/Mysterious-North-551

9.

“Make a pillow fort together.”

“Come to my place more.

Its way nicer than hers, but she likes having her own comforts.

u/Ok-Exchange5756

11.

“Take time for herself.

We have a child, and she works hard and is a great mother.

“Be more nice to herself when she makes a mistake or something goes wrong.

u/BainzXoXo

13.

“Cook something specifically for me.

It’s been almost a decade since anyone did something like that for me.”

“Have a genuine, real answer as to where we eat out.”

u/CannibalismIsOk

15.

“Pull her own hair out of the plug.”