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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Leonardo NJ
Posted at 9:40pm on Wednesday, September 16th, 2009
I wish i looked at this page before. My wife kept telling me to change for her and i never cared about that.Girls, always want the most small things someone can offer them,but for guys it's very hard for us to feel that way. Now she boke up with me and i never thought i would feel this way, now i realize how much i loved her, she was the best thing that ever happened to me.
Rebecca Location unknown
Posted at 6:03am on Saturday, September 5th, 2009
I Thank God so much for He save our marriage,and the secret is my "GOD"Jesus Christ my Lord n my savior..its very simple and it is in our knee..Prayer works when it seems theres no solution at all..Nothing is impossible to God.He is omnipotent the all powerful God.
Bernadette Orange County, CA
Posted at 9:33pm on Friday, September 4th, 2009
The best marriage advice I ever got was from a book called The Secrets To Staying Happily Married. Saved my marriage! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is, or is planning to be, married. Their website is www.secretstomarriage.com. It's worth checking out. :)
Mike Wisconsin
Posted at 1:38pm on Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
I've used the 'D' word out of anger & frustration more than once ... my wife used it for real 6 weeks ago ... that's the inevitable if I can't change the person I've become ... I'm using this advice and so much more and recognizing things i used to do but forgot ... it's a long road ahead of me with a not 100% certain future, but for everyone -- it's sometimes work, sometimes easy ... don't ever, ever quit ... there's a reason you married
shawn coday Location unknown
Posted at 2:20pm on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009
i messed up yesterday i said the (d word) and now everything is going wrong i didnt mean it i just got so upset it came out what can i do to make things better someone please help i really really need it
Antonio North Carolina
Posted at 12:20pm on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009
Great advice for married couples. Thanks for sharing. How www.howtofixmarriage.net
Dr Hoo London
Posted at 4:23pm on Thursday, August 27th, 2009
Ryanne,
Had you stop intimacy/sex before you husband left you? Was your sex life in good shape before he left?
Ryanne Louisiana
Posted at 6:43am on Sunday, August 23rd, 2009
My husband has left my daughter and me. He still wants to spend time with her, but he has told me that he wants a divorce. We have been separated forn two months, and he has not even tried to work through our issues. I am so heartbroken. I love him and want to work through our problems and salvage our marriage, but I do not know what to do. He is disconnected and unhappy. He still tells me that he loves me and cares about me very much. I am so confused about what to do and it frustrates me that it seems you have to be rich to received marriage help or counseling. I read the websites that give advice, but that only goes so far. I need mediation. Someone to step in and help. Someone to guide us through or at least help me to figure out what to do. I feel as if I am living in my own little version of hell.
Deend NY
Posted at 11:01am on Tuesday, August 18th, 2009
Marriage is marvelous if you apply the Bible teachings and above list, and of course marrying someone you cannot live WITHOUT.
chasity my house
Posted at 7:56pm on Saturday, August 1st, 2009
i have been married just over a month and we have already had plenty of problems! i love my husband and wouldn't trade him for anything! when money allows we do take a date night and we try to never go to bed mad! he helps me in the house and we like to do everything we can together! i can't imagine life without him! marriage is what you make it to be...just like life...give all you can...admit it when your wrong and be willing to compromise!!
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