Have you ever wondered "what is the secret to a long and happy marriage?" Our collection of tried and true marriage advice tips will help you answer that very question! These secrets to a happy marriage come straight from the horse's mouth -- those who are happily married!
Never assume.
Compliment more than you criticize.
For each time you vent about your husband/wife to your friends, tell three positive stories.
Remember that it is ok to do things differently (e.g. there is more than one way to peel a potato or fold the laundry).
Always make time for the two of you.
Marry someone that you enjoy listening and talking to.
Remember that marriage is sometimes a bed of roses and sometimes there are thorns.
Remember that the best gift that you can give your children is to love their mother/father.
Be fair! Split the housework, spending money, etc evenly. This way you are never resentful of your partners contributions (or lack of) or expenditures.
Never go to bed angry. (Unless it's 3a.m. and you're exhausted, angry, and not thinking straight.)
Remember that people do fight. It's how you do it that matters.
Before starting an argument, consider if it's really worth it.
Fight naked. ;)
Agree to disagree.
Never, ever mention the "D" word (divorce).
Do you want to be right or do you want to be married?
Respect each other's privacy.
Remember that "love is like childhood. You need to learn to share."
Marriage is not 50/50, it's two people giving 100/100 all of the time.
Surprise each other now and then.
The secret to a happy marriage is two TV's!
Have date night!
Never pass up an opportunity to say "I love you".
Hold hands.
Hug & kiss every day (several times a day actually!).
Always believe that you got better than you deserved.
Be quick to say "I'm sorry".
Choose the one you love, then love the one you choose.
Keep the in-laws out of your marriage!
Love isn't always a feeling, it's a decision.
Hang in there. It's worth it.
Play nice, play often, love much.
Never air your dirty laundry as a couple in public.
Never keep secrets from each other.
Be each other's champion. No matter what, take your husband or wife's side first!
Communication is the key!
Always respect each other.
Never underestimate the power of a good belly-laugh and don't be afraid to laugh at yourself.
It's the little things that matter most.
Never use the words 'Always' and 'Never' in a fight.
It's ok to argue, but never use curse words to express your anger.
Never compare your marriage to others. What you see on the outside is not always what it is on the inside.
Don't make love in the same place/position everytime. Variety is the spice of life!
Do you have any marriage advice that works? Do you know the secret to a happy marriage? Share it with us!
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David NY
Posted at 7:45am on Thursday, November 19th, 2009
Number 28 should be "Choose the one you love, then love the one you CHOSE. once your choose your chioce is made, you have no other chance to choose.
Amar Cairo
Posted at 4:41am on Monday, November 16th, 2009
I find it extremely hard to trust the man i am about to marry in a matter of months. Never had this problem with anyone before. Is it normal or chronic paranoia?
Joey Arizona
Posted at 9:20pm on Saturday, November 7th, 2009
I'm not the best husband, but that dosen't mean I'm going to give up. These tips helped me to realice certain things I don't do. Love you cutiepie
fg hawaii
Posted at 10:09am on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
we love each other but how do u overcome a meddling mil and a hubby who cannot say no to mom
Tammy Williams North Carolina
Posted at 2:30pm on Monday, October 26th, 2009
I will keep all of this N mind, I'm trying to make my marriage work, money is the biggest argument but with prayer I know I can make this work
diamond nigeria
Posted at 7:14am on Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
what advise do u have for someone whiching to marry someone in the same country but a different tribe most expecially when the mother of ur partner insisted that she shld marry someone from her own tribe and u really love this person what will u do
confused alabama
Posted at 11:15am on Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
so if your husband mentions the "d" word when he is angry he doesn't really mean it? I am so confused and I feel so alone.
idmfu New York
Posted at 12:36am on Monday, October 12th, 2009
Google is my favorite search engine
Kayla NY
Posted at 7:36pm on Saturday, October 10th, 2009
my heart goes out to everyone when i hear these stories because i have two very important people in my life who have gone/are going through major marriage problems....well i have never been married before (and at age 20 havent even been in love to be honest) BUT i still learned SO much from these messages as did my friends and i hope it can do the same for you! http://www.northpoint.org/messages (scroll over the the pink box titled staying in love)
Unhappy person uk
Posted at 1:21pm on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
i have been married and my husband has not even moved into the house, he says he will but i am beginning to think he has made a mistake getting married in the first place
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