FOOTBALL SEASON RELATIONSHIPS

***HOW TO MAKE SURE YOUR RELATIONSHIP SURVIVES FOOTBALL SEASON***

Lots of guys are thrilled that football season is starting up again, but just as many women are dreading it. So here are a few quick tips for both men and women that can help make sure your relationship doesn't go into sudden death this season . . .

GUYS SHOULD . . .

#1.) ENCOURAGE HER TO GET INVOLVED. If she asks what a "field goal" is or yells "HOMERUN" when your team scores, don't laugh at her. She's making an effort and trying to connect with something you love. So be supportive.

#2.) DO SOMETHING SHE LOVES. Football season lasts six months, and dominates every Sunday. So when you can, take her to brunch, or rent a chick flick and cuddle on the couch . . . just to remind her that football's not your ONLY love.

WOMEN SHOULD . . .

#1.) LET HIM ENJOY THE GAME. A lot of women love shopping, but hate when their guy rushes them as they're browsing the sales rack. So REMEMBER . . . watching a bunch of guys run back and forth all day is something HE actually enjoys.

#2.) DO SOMETHING FUN. He's having fun with friends, so why shouldn't you? Make Sunday YOUR DAY. He's preoccupied, so use the time to do something YOU love. (Match.com)