How to Keep Your Wife From Leaving

Your wife wants out of the marriage, and you don’t know what to do. It’s estimated that approximately 50 percent of all marriages end in divorce. What’s more, a large percentage of divorces occur within the first five years. However, you don’t have to be a statistic. Fortunately, there are many ways to keep your wife from leaving.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Counseling sessions

1. Consider your role in the marriage. It’s easy to point fingers and blame the other person. However, both parties usually contribute to the downfall of a marriage. Take a long hard look in the mirror. Your wife’s complaints about you may be valid. If necessary, ask an outsider for his opinion on the situation.

2. Put yourself in her shoes. Women have a lot on their shoulders. They may work outside the home, care for the children, care for the home and handle every little problem that comes up. Meanwhile, you may come home and spend the evening lying on the couch.

3. Encourage her to attend marriage counseling. Counseling often helps a couple put the pieces back together. If you’re determined to keep your wife from leaving, talk to a professional. Listen to his advice, and attempt to understand your wife’s side.

4. Be honest. If you’ve made a serious mistake, immediately inform your wife. You don’t want your wife to discover the secret on her own.

5. Offer her support. Regardless of whether your wife wants to go back to school or start her own business, it’s important to support her decisions. Your first reaction may be to question or veto her decisions. Fight the urge and talk to her with respect.

6. Give her attention. Rather than put the children, your work, family or friends ahead of your wife, make sure she’s the most important person in your life. In addition, make time for her. Schedule weekly or monthly date nights.

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