# 70: Playing the Long Game in Relationships or How I Spent My Vacation

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Podcast: [Make More Love](https://stenobird.com/podcast/make-more-love-6719840)
Published: 2025-10-24T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://makemorelove.show
Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8bd4b58d-78f0-4ce4-85e5-401a0f690712.mp3
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## Resource

Ellen Dorian shares insights from her 10th anniversary Viking river cruise, highlighting three key moves for long-lasting relationships: acceptance, longevity, and defaulting to yes. Part 1: Acceptance in Long Term Relationships - Recognizing and appreciating your partner's authentic self - Distinguishing between tolerance, resignation, and genuine acceptance - Example: Steve's acceptance of Ellen's coffee house visits Part 2: Longevity and Vitality - Importance of physical, mental, and emotional health in relationships - Observations from the cruise demographic - Connection between personal vitality and relationship strength Part 3: Defaulting to Yes - Overcoming the habit of saying no thanks - Benefits of staying open to new experiences together - Example: Hungarian street food cooking class Key Takeaways: - Relationships play out over decades, not days - Staying healthy and active contributes to relationship longevity - Defaulting to yes keeps relationships fresh and engaging Call to Action: Book a free Relationship Reset Call at relationshipresetcall.com for personalized guidance. Closing Thoughts: Relationships, like the Danube, change over time but can keep moving along for years with the right approach. Support & Resources: Ellen invites listeners to share their thoughts, either in the P3 Insider's Community or directly with her via email. Or, for one on one brainstorming on a specific situation, listeners can set up a time on Ellen's Calendar for a free Relationship Reset Call. All links can be found below. "Until next time, remember, 'What I want most in the world is for you to Make More Love in Your Life and with Your Wife.'" - Ellen Dorian Disclaimer: The Make More Love show is for information and entertainment purposes only, and reflects the personal op…

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