My husband and I did not get a chance to restore our marriage before he past away. I know for the next relationship I’m in that I will make sure open communication is at the top of our list.
I’m chronically single and marriage lowkey freaks me out, but I I think this list may be helpful for others. Especially the tip for seeking professional help.
I think these are great points for a relationship. Definitely agree that communication is key and you can’t progress well without it. If you can’t trust your -partner-, what is the point?
I think its extremely important to pray for your spouse and marriage in general. Communication is super important and without, it will surely fail. Consulting with a therapist is great, as African Americans we are taught to keep everything to ourselves but as we see that is not always the best tactic.
Chelsea, I really do not like playing the game. I totally agree that is not productive and can make your spouse your enemy. Also, I think that you never come up with a solution, you just continue to justify your actions in the relationship!
Great tips! We are going on 19 years of marriage this year and that is what it takes.
These are all great tips. I concur that not blaming each other, communicating and forgiving are huge. And never go below the belt in arguments.
Great tips. Marriage is hard work. If you don’t have trust you dont have anything.
My husband and I did not get a chance to restore our marriage before he past away. I know for the next relationship I’m in that I will make sure open communication is at the top of our list.
Not married yet but these are good tips for keeping trust strong. I hope a partner never cheats in marriage it would be so hard to trust again.
Great tips, you covered all bases. A counselor is such a good one, sometimes a neutral party helps.
Great read. The tips are awesome. Marriage is HARD and getting over issues in marriage can be harder. Thank you for this.
Amazing advice. I think it’s also important to pour support into each other’s endeavors and support their goals and dreams.
Marriage can be difficult without honest communication. These are great tips for not only relationships/marriage but for friendships as well.
I’m chronically single and marriage lowkey freaks me out, but I I think this list may be helpful for others. Especially the tip for seeking professional help.
I think these are great points for a relationship. Definitely agree that communication is key and you can’t progress well without it. If you can’t trust your -partner-, what is the point?
I’m glad you listed communication as the first step. That is crucial. Informative post!
Dominque having healthy communication is a crucial first step in all relationships in life! I am really thankful that you enjoyed reading my post.
I think its extremely important to pray for your spouse and marriage in general. Communication is super important and without, it will surely fail. Consulting with a therapist is great, as African Americans we are taught to keep everything to ourselves but as we see that is not always the best tactic.
#9 really makes things work! Blaming one another is not productive and can make your spouse feel like you are his/her enemy.
Chelsea, I really do not like playing the game. I totally agree that is not productive and can make your spouse your enemy. Also, I think that you never come up with a solution, you just continue to justify your actions in the relationship!