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Relationship Expert Dr. Patty Ann Tublin Visits KCAL9

STUDIO CITY (CBS) — Relationship expert Dr. Patty Ann Tublin visited KCAL9 Thursday to share tips on how to spice up Valentine's Day.

She recently released an E-Book: The 3 Secrets to Increase Romance & Happiness In Your Relationship.

The following are some of her relationship tips:

1. Spice up your romance on Valentine's Day and continue to keep it interesting for your loved one.

• Write short, little notes expressing your love for your partner and leave them in a place where they will least expect it

• Make their life a little easier. (i.e. put toothpaste on their toothbrush in the morning or leave their favorite cereal in a bowl at night so they are surprised to find it waiting for them in the morning)

• Make a treasure hunt using little yellow post-it notes and have your partner's favorite snack - or some other type of surprise - at the end of the trail

• Make a fake temporary tattoo on your body with lipstick or eyeliner – maybe draw a heart with your partner's initials inside it

• Bring home flowers or a romantic card – "just because"

• Surprise them with their favorite movie and watch it together on the couch

• Take your partner to their favorite restaurant one evening instead of going to yours

2. Ways to prioritize your relationship time with work time

• Set aside time in your schedule

• Don't let anything else distract you or take priority over this special time

• There is no "make-up" for the time lost with your honey

3. Tips on how to be "present" while spending time with your spouse or partner

• Be in the moment

• Turn off your phone or computer

• Special occasions (birthdays, anniversaries, achievements, etc.)

4. Successfully expanding your schedule for quality time with your honey

• Slow down, stop rushing

• Pay attention to what matters

• Making quality time takes practice

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