It’s been said concerning marriage, that folks are attracted to each other because they make each other horny – if for no other reason.
Then, they get married – ’cause they think 0ne another other “hot.” And, that they are. It’s a case of pure, raging hormones. “Estrogen calling testosterone… come in testosterone. Oh… there you are!”
The sex comes easy. Then, to stay married, they figure out and learn how to live with each other.
And that requires a whole lotta’ work and forgiveness.
How do we treat one another?
How do we want to be treated?
How do we need to be loved?
Marriage Guide for Busy Couples
Marriages start out tender and loving… but demanding careers and the daily job of running a home and raising children turn too many relationships into cold, methodical business arrangements.
As a marital therapist for more than 25 years, I’ve found that most couples have little time or energy for the complicated “relationship exercises” that are frequently suggested by some therapists. So I’ve developed very simple strategies built on basic truths about what makes love last. These strategies can be integrated easily into everyday life to reverse negative relationship patterns and build on positive ones.
They are effective even if just one spouse starts practicing them.
* Make your spouse feel good about himself/herself — and then your spouse will feel good about you. In strong, loving relationships, couples make ego-boosting comments to each other every day.
* Look for admirable qualities in your partner. It becomes too easy to Read the rest of this entry »
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