Shared Goals Boost Relationship Satisfaction + Kickstarter News! Newsletter - Week 11
Welcome back to our weekly newsletter! This week we're exploring the power of shared goals in relationships, and we have some exciting news to share about Tales for Two!
This Week's Tale for Two
Shared Goals Boost Relationship Satisfaction!
Studies show that couples who work toward shared goals, even small ones, report higher levels of connection, satisfaction, and trust. Whether it's building a piece of IKEA furniture or planning a trip or a business, that sense of "we're doing this together" is powerful bonding fuel.
— Brunstein et al., 1996 – "Personal Goals and Relationship Quality"
The research is clear: couples thrive when they're working toward something together. It doesn't have to be a big goal—it can be as simple as creating a garden together, learning a new skill, or planning an adventure. The magic is in the shared purpose, the collaboration, and the feeling that you're building something together.
Your Next Date Idea
Pick a recipe neither of you has tried (or make one up with 3 random ingredients from the pantry), and cook it together. One person can't touch the food, the other can't touch the tools—so you'll need to work together to make it happen.
This collaborative cooking combines multiple relationship-boosting elements:
- Shared goal - creating something delicious together
- Teamwork - you must communicate and cooperate
- Playfulness - the constraints make it fun and ridiculous
- Vulnerability - cooking together feels intimate
- Reward - you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor together
Pro tip: The goal isn't a perfect meal—it's the laughter and connection you create along the way!
Personal Note
We're thrilled to announce that Tales for Two is launching on Kickstarter soon! We're also working on the mobile app—coming soon to both iOS and Android—so you can carry Tales for Two with you wherever your adventures take you.
This journey has been about creating something meaningful for couples. Every piece of feedback, every story of connection, every laugh shared through the game has shaped our vision. We can't wait for you to be part of what's next.
Snapshot of the Week
Tag us on Instagram @talesfortwogame or send us an email with your shared goal photos to get featured in next week's newsletter! We love seeing couples creating memories together.
What's Coming
- Kickstarter Launch - Coming soon! Be part of bringing Tales for Two to every couple who wants more fun and connection.
- Mobile App - Our iOS and Android, bringing Tales for Two to your pocket.
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Until next week, keep setting goals and achieving them together!
With love and shared vision,
— The Tales for Two Team
P.S. What's one goal you'd love to achieve together as a couple? We'd love to hear! Drop us a line at business@talesfortwo.com.
