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Relationship Advice From 16 Years Of Marriage
In response to Dancing Elephants August Relationship Prompt
I may not be an expert on this subject however, I do have a few things that help keep my marriage happy and healthy for 16 years.
August 1st, 2008 is the date we got married. As hard as it may seem to some, we never fight. We’ve had a few disagreements but left it at that so it wouldn’t turn into an argument.
He was out of work for almost 6 months. A lot of women would sit back and complain about it. Why? What good will that do? A job won’t come any sooner with the fighting between you and your partner. If you actively see them searching daily, don’t argue for no reason. That will harm your marriage in the long run.
Fighting over every little thing will only create problems in your marriage. The other person will never know if the things they are doing will cause you to explode. If you have a temper and want a good relationship, I suggest getting help with your anger. That could be the only way to have a happy relationship.
Make sure to spend quality time together. Share in your partner’s interests even if you are not interested in all of their interests that is okay. Pick a few you could do together and enjoy your time, whether outside the house or wherever the…
