How to Have a Perfect Marriage
Who are we kidding? No one has a perfect marriage but at least we can try to have one. Here are some suggestions:
Steps
1. Kiss your spouse for at least 5 seconds before you leave in the morning.
2. Say thank you for the little things (doing the dishes, clearing the table, putting a new roll of toilet paper out).
3. Compliment each other every day. It doesn't take much to make your spouse feel good. Be sincere and when you're given a compliment, even if you don't agree, just say "thank you."
4. Hug and hold hands often.
5. Shut up and listen. You do much more learning with your mouth closed and your mind open.
6. Argue softly. Remember that once words are said, they cannot be taken back so if you must use harsh words, do it in a low voice.
7. At least once a month, have a special evening out with another married couple so you can laugh and learn from each other's relationship.
8. Take a class together. There are some restaurants that will teach you how to make a meal from start to finish or you can both learn to play a musical instrument. It's a great way to spend time together and see how each other learns.
9. Take turns making decisions. It's no fun when someone asks you for your opinion and you say, "whatever you want." If all they wanted was what they wanted, they wouldn't have asked you. Be polite and give a complete and honest answer.
10. Exercise together. Being healthy and taking care of yourself shows your partner that you want to be around for a long time and will be able to care for them if they get ill.
11. Never hit or strike your partner. No one deserves that.
12. Appreciate your partner's strengths as well as their weaknesses. They chose to be with you because there are aspects of your personality that they can learn from and absorb. Show them how much you love them by being supportive when they are weak and proud when they are strong.
13. Do the little things (see number 2). Waking up to a hot cup of coffee or an ironed shirt, or coming home to lit candles are little ways to show that you care.