Practical Helps for Struggling Relationships
I took this (and changed minor details) from an article on www.ehow.com.
1. Appreciate yourself and your spouse. Take time to understand just what it is you like about yourself and your husband or wife. Acknowledge the little things. If your spouse opens the door for you to listen or share, appreciate that by positively acknowledging it.
2. Listen. Listen to your husband or wife. Practice statements like, "Wow, I can see how that would be frustrating," or "That must have been very difficult." Let your spouse know you are listening.
3. Tell the truth. Sharing your true feelings and speaking from a clear conscience is a great way to connect with each other. If you are hiding things from your spouse, no matter how small or trivial, you will not feel that special connection. Look your spouse directly in the eyes. Make honesty the ONLY policy in your life.
4. Have fun! Engage in hobbies together. Find things that both of you will enjoy doing together. Write your spouse cheesy love notes for no reason. As funny as that seems, it is effective! Make your spouse feel special, not just on their birthday, anniversary, and Christmas.
5. Admit mistakes and learn to say "I'm sorry." Forgiveness is the act of letting go of past wrongs. It is about taking control of the negative situation and moving on. Be willing to address the problems, forgive, and move on.
I trust these will help you in your daily relationships.
1. Appreciate yourself and your spouse. Take time to understand just what it is you like about yourself and your husband or wife. Acknowledge the little things. If your spouse opens the door for you to listen or share, appreciate that by positively acknowledging it.
2. Listen. Listen to your husband or wife. Practice statements like, "Wow, I can see how that would be frustrating," or "That must have been very difficult." Let your spouse know you are listening.
3. Tell the truth. Sharing your true feelings and speaking from a clear conscience is a great way to connect with each other. If you are hiding things from your spouse, no matter how small or trivial, you will not feel that special connection. Look your spouse directly in the eyes. Make honesty the ONLY policy in your life.
4. Have fun! Engage in hobbies together. Find things that both of you will enjoy doing together. Write your spouse cheesy love notes for no reason. As funny as that seems, it is effective! Make your spouse feel special, not just on their birthday, anniversary, and Christmas.
5. Admit mistakes and learn to say "I'm sorry." Forgiveness is the act of letting go of past wrongs. It is about taking control of the negative situation and moving on. Be willing to address the problems, forgive, and move on.
I trust these will help you in your daily relationships.
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