July 29, 2010
How You Can Achieve A Happy Marriage
Divorce has become such a common occurrence that you may be wondering if happy marriages are part of the past. However, if you want to stay in your marriage, not only to survive it but to enjoy it, you have to work toward happiness. Here you'll find a few helpful hints on just how to create a loving, solid relationship.
Sometimes in a relationship you may forget your manners. When was the last time you said please, thank you, or excuse me? The regular routine or life may have made you forget, but inducing these words into your vocabulary can help smooth out your daily interactions. These words show that you respect your partner.
Separate interests and hobbies can actually help bring you two together. Spending every waking moment together (outside of work) may not be such a great idea. Both individuals need their own space to explore their own separate interests. For example, your spouse may want to ride diamondback bikes with his buddies, let him go without any guilt!
Find something to do with your own circle of friends. Having your own hobbies and interests will give you some time apart where you can enjoy something special on your own. This may even be a topic of discussion for when you are winding down for the evening. Don't pressure yourselves to spend every waking hour together.
Don't forget what you look like. You may be looking forward to changing into your raggedy clothes as soon as you get home from work, however, taking care of your appearance can play a big role in your relationship, even when pregnant. Wearing something nice while getting dinner ready, or just for the evening can send a message to your partner that you care. It's flattering and your spouse will appreciate it.
The golden rule of never going to bed angry should definitely apply to your marriage. Even if you can not come to an agreement over the disagreement, make a pact to let the anger go over night. Remind each other how lucky you both are to have each other to quarrel with in the first place!
Give your partner compliments. When you compliment someone, this means that you care enough to pay attention to them. You may even compliment their unusual pearl izumi shorts. Simple phrases like, you look good, you were wonderful and phrases of encouragement can help your relationship. When you care enough to pay attention your partner will appreciate it.
Filed under Feng Shui by Wendy