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Tips for a happy married life

Last week we saw what the secrets for a happy married life were. Today, we’ll take a look at some practical steps you can follow to ensure you have a happy marriage.

-Respect each other’s views at all times. So say often something like “I agree.” or “That’s right!”

Give particular attention to what the spouse wants, believes and likes and say

“I’m sorry that I disappointed you.” and

“I’ll try to make up for that.” if you may have given rise to a disagreement.

-Listen to each other properly.

Show consideration to your spouse, with high regard to not disagreeing unnecessarily.

-Give priority to your spouse over everything else in your life.

Show your esteem for your spouse by giving preference over the needs and wishes of others when possible.

-Sincerely say “I love you” at least once a day to each other.

-Start your day with a warm kiss.

-Take time out and spend a few moments together–just the two of you alone. Maybe you and your spouse can go out for a walk or a drive to get away from others.

-Talk graciously to each other about your thoughts–especially things for the two of you to agree upon or do together. Doing this daily helps foster communication between partners.

-Talk and thus be open hearted; this can create a bridge of thoughts and understanding.

Never say things in anger intentionally meaning to hurt your partner. Verbal hurts are hard to erase and can cause lasting damage to your relationship.

-Cook for each other, and show that you appreciate the thoughtfulness and the food; even if you could do better, or maybe you will end up doing it all.

-Remember that ideally and spiritually both of you are like one soul and two bodies, so don’t ever hurt each other or you hurt yourself as well.

-Don’t forget to do the little things that make each of you smile and feel loved.

-Be patient with each other as much as possible.

-Don’t break martial confidences or use them as a weapon during an argument