Savvy Talks: Partners Who Are Deeply Attracted To Each Other Do These Little Things Without Even Realizing
If you’re spending more time with your significant other this holiday weekend, here’s something worth knowing: happy couples in long-lasting relationships tend to do some very specific things—without even realizing it.
Relationship experts agree that when you’re deeply attracted to your partner, it shows up in the small stuff: everyday habits, glances, and gestures. These subtle moments are the glue that keep the spark alive.
Here are some of the signs to look out for (or start practicing yourself):
👀 They make eye contact that lingers
A held gaze says: I see you, I’m here, I’m present. That magnetic eye contact makes a partner feel valued and draws them closer—without a single word.
📝 They remember the little things
Your coffee order. The silly joke you told last week. A childhood story you shared in passing. Remembering details—big or small—is how attraction turns into true attention.
💬 They ask for each other’s opinions
“What do you think?” isn’t just about getting advice. It’s showing respect, curiosity, and attraction to someone’s mind—not just their presence.
🌸 They compliment often
It’s not just about “you look amazing tonight.” It’s the everyday praise: the shirt they picked, how they handled a tough moment, or even how they smell. Attraction makes compliments flow naturally.
🛒 They turn errands into dates
A grocery run, a car wash, sitting in traffic—none of it feels wasted if you’re together. Even mundane moments become another excuse to share time.
🤲 They find excuses to touch
A brush of the arm. A playful nudge in the kitchen. A squeeze on the shoulder. Physical closeness, even in tiny ways, shows you just want to be near each other.
🗣️ They talk about each other with pride
Not as bragging—just naturally. When you’re smitten, your partner shows up in your stories because they’re an important part of your life.
🕰️ They ask about each other’s day
Not just “How was work?” but genuine curiosity about the details: what made them laugh, what frustrated them, what moments stuck out.
📱 They send little check-in texts
A quick “thinking of you,” a meme, or something funny that happened. It’s less about the message itself and more about the impulse to stay connected.
😂 They laugh at each other’s jokes—even the corny ones
Because sometimes it’s not about the punchline—it’s about delighting in the person telling it.
✨ They glow around each other
It’s visible. The softening, the smile, the light that comes just from being near one another. It’s the glow that only comes from still feeling butterflies.
Listen to the talk:
Originally aired on 08/22/25 for WGN Radio 720.