Build a Happy Marriage!

 ” Marriage is a long term-commitment where both the partners are willing to give whatever it takes to reach their goal of a Happy Marriage. Happy marriages do not happen by fluke but take a lot of effort”. 

Here are a few steps you can take to reach towards your goal of a Happy Marriage:

Remind yourself and your partner that you appreciate them.

Every Relationship is going to fade out ultimately in time if a little effort is not put into it. The first step is to appreciate each other for even small things that remain unnoticed otherwise.

Most of the marriages that don’t last are because of emotional dissatisfaction and not just physical relationships. When you don’t feel connected, there are high chances that you would be lured into lustful glances from another women/ Man and vice- versa.

Practice “Thank You “

In a long-term relationship usually, couples start taking each other for granted and that is one of the reasons they lose respect for each other. There is a certain expectation that is set and you need to abide by it. Sometimes you don’t care even if your partner goes beyond his/her comfort to do something special.

There is a need to express gratitude for even smaller things. I think it is a great way to keep that spark in your marriage. Do not keep scores of whatever both of you do for each other or the family. It is not a mature way to handle. These kinds of behaviors eventually reduce the trust and connection that you have built.

Honesty is the best policy…

Its okay if you have maxed out a credit card or two, but hiding that from your wife/husband is not the right thing to do. Overspending can be a problem and many times the financial crisis can come back to bite you. It is always good to talk to each other and cut down on your expenses for that period.

If you are planning a trip you can always communicate that it is not gonna work because you have already so many liabilities. It just does not apply for money, it also does for other important things in life.

Don’t  let go on the appearance

In the long run, usually people let their appearances slide, and that could unknowingly impact your marriage as well. Always think about your first date with her and think whether you would feel okay to meet her in your jammies and sweatshirt? Try to be presentable. Pay courtesy to your spouse by making yourself look good like you do for your friends.

You should also try to compliment each other once in a while in a marriage, It boosts confidence and improves intimacy.

 Know Dr. Prerna Kohli