Ready for some relationship realities? Of course!
Who doesn’t love a healthy dose of reality?
Relationships require so much from us. And from our partners.
At least that’s how it goes if we want our relationships to be healthy and fulfilling.
Fights. Disagreements. Heated discussions.
These things are going to happen in a relationship.
But it is crucial to know how to heal a relationship after a fight.
The way you come together and repair really sets the tone for the health and happiness of your entire relationship.
If we are going to talk about how to work through relationship problems, let me start this off with one very important concept.
Every single relationship out there has problems. Every single one has issues and conflict!
I am sure you know that but it is always nice to hear a little reminder. I know with the way social media is these days it can sometimes feel as if your relationship is the only one riding the struggle bus.
Books! Oh, how I love books. And these really are some of the best marriage books around.
Now, this list is pretty short but the list of books out there that will help your relationship is not short. There is definitely no shortage of relationship advice available to us.
But these specific books really had an impact on my marriage. And I truly think they will have a positive impact on any couple that chooses to crack one of these babies open!
Ever thought about how to communicate better with your spouse? I think this is a question we all want to know the answer to! Right?
And boy oh boy do I wish there were a cut and dry answer. Precise step by step directions that bought us a one-way ticket right to the land of blissful communication forever and ever.
But we all know communication is a little bit trickier than that.
OK, I am going to start things off with a very important question.
What is your favorite romantic comedy?
And I’m not talking about any old rom-com, friend. I am talking about the ONE!
The one with cheesy lines and possibly a few awkward dance scenes.
That movie you watch with a smile on your face. And maybe you even re-watch certain parts 27 times. That’s not just me, right?
Why do marriages fail?
I’m sure you have a few heavy hitters that come to mind. Cheating. Lies. Finances.
But let’s put those ideas in the background and look at this from a different angle.
OK, hurtful words in marriage. I bet you can think of a few.
Words are powerful.
Words can be extremely hurtful.
I think it is safe to say we can all agree with those statements.
And you know what else we can all agree on?
When you think of how to be a better spouse, what comes to mind?
Being a better listener. Being more understanding. Making sure you put the toilet paper on the holder the right way. Never leaving just one cookie in the container.
Married life is great.
How many times have you heard someone say this?
Let me rephrase that.
How many times have you heard someone say that and sensed they were being a little sarcastic?
