Dating coach’s ‘controversial’ checklist for couples who move in together raises eyebrows

A 'tough love' dating coach shared a checklist of activities couples should do if they've just moved in together – and he claims spending 'too much' time together is a myth.

Jake Maddock believes he has cracked the code when it comes to finding and building a 'perfect' relationship, after struggling for years to get it right.

Jake, who is now married, says that from his experience it is essential to ensure that there is absolutely no fighting when couples move in together.

“Never argue,” he emphasized in one video. 'If you feel the tension building, take a deep breath, hug for 20 seconds and relax.'

The Australian dating coach also recommends being intimate three times a week, going on dates weekly and communicating effectively.

“You need to have some dual hobbies and dual goals that you can focus on every week,” he said.

There are several hobbies and activities that couples can engage in, such as cooking, gardening, going to the gym, making art, and more.

“You have to have effective communication and embrace the masculine and feminine energy,” he said. 'Talk all the time. Early in the morning, late at night, in between.'

Jake added, “You're going to be best friends and romantic lovers. Spend as much time together as possible, you can't spend too much time together.'

The dating coach revealed that relationships fail because people don't spend enough 'quality' time together where they actively interact – and that natural breaks from your partner come from work and seeing friends.

Some thanked Jake for his advice and agreed with his opinions, but others shared opposite experiences.

“My boyfriend is no longer in love with me because he says we spend too much time together and thinks sleeping next to each other is time together,” one person said.

“I haven't been with my partner in over a week as he really values ​​his alone time,” wrote another.