How To Do Just About Everything
By eHow Relationships & Family Editor
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As with most good things, a long and satisfying marriage takes time and effort - on the part of both spouses. Your reward is happiness of the highest order.
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Comments
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 Too often you hear a friend or relative speak negatively about their mate when they are not there, or belittle them even when they are there. What may be intended as fun sarcasm can still hurt. Show the relationship the respect it deserves by only speaking of your mate in a positive light to others.
Anonymous said
on 8/7/2006 Don't try to change your partner. This is a common mistake that hurts both parties. Men and women seem to have two very different views on marriage. Of course this is just in general. Men are hunters. They love the chase that comes with dating. Then comes marriage. They have the woman they were chasing and now what? He will wake up to her face for the rest of his life and the thrill is gone. His choice is to look elsewhere or continue with the boredom.
Women are nurturers. They go through dating looking for Mr. Right, or at least one that will do. When the nurturer marries the hunter and the hunter gets bored and unromantic, the nurturer tries to "make him better", hoping to make the marriage better.
Both parties want to change the other. My advice is to love love. You were lucky enough to be the one your partner wanted to declare their love to. Remember your wedding day. If needed, look at pictures or the video. We have one life. Don't waste it comparing your partner to someone else. Love them and love the love you share, and if you must change someone, start with yourself. Be the best you can be every day and the rest will fall into place.
Anonymous said
on 8/7/2006 It's tough to feel affectionate when your partner and you are going through a rough time, but remember that only "hurt people hurt people." If your partner is lashing out or distant, try to be compassionate. It's these times when it feels the most awkward that your partner needs your love and support. Say I love you and offer some physical touch. This will break down those walls and strengthen their trust. Remember to always say you're sorry for things you've done wrong, even the little things. It's a great habit to get into.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Tell your spouse often how much you appreciate them for all that they do. Date, laugh, love, worship, cherish the time you have together. Remember the good things, but don't dwell on the negative. Make new memories to take the place of not-so-good ones. Forgive, forget and move on. Live each day to the fullest, always.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Purchase small Hershey's Kisses, a big Hershey's Kiss, and a beautiful card that's blank on the inside. Next, place the Hershey's Kisses on the floor in a trail to the bedroom and have the big Hershey's Kiss with the card. Finally, write - "I kiss the ground you walk on," on the inside of the card. This should be done before she walks through the door.