WHAT MAKES A HAPPY UNION? A happy marriage has two people who love each other very much and are committed to bringing out the best in each other. “You basically have each other’s back.” A happy marriage also has a climate of positive energy, which includes gratitude and appreciation. Habits can either create or destroy this positive climate. “Most people might say that they don’t have any habits.” But everyone does. You just might not realize it. For instance, complaining to your partner about not taking out the trash or not preparing dinner can become a habitual complaint. Other negative habits include criticism, contempt, sarcasm, eye-rolling and distancing behaviors. “The trick is to harness healthy daily habits as opposed to destructive habits to create a positive climate” in your marriage. And these habits don’t have to be grand gestures or sweeping changes. Significant gestures you can incorporate in your day-to-day life. • Greet your partner lovingly in the morning. • Send a sweet text. • Reunite with a hug. • Touch your partner at mealtime. • Compliment your partner at the end of the day. • Express your needs from a place of vulnerability. • Feel each other’s breath. Also, keep in mind that time with your spouse is finite. “[B]e willing to show up” for your relationship.
Posted on: Sat, 25 Oct 2014 05:54:08 +0000
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