Congratulations
and best wishes to all the newlyweds who are reading this article! And for
those who are married for quite some time now ... how’s it going? Marriage is
not a bed of roses or a piece of chocolate cake, (hmmm...) I can tell you that.
But what makes some couples stay happily married? Here are a few points I’ve
read from an editorial column which I would like to share with you:
-MARRIAGE CREED-
© Treasure Your Union – Remember the first time you dated with
your spouse? How you felt that night and how you don’t want the night to end?
It is good that once in a while you have to reminisce those dating days with
your spouse because it will give you a romantic mood.
© Listen To Each Other – Pay attention not only to words but
also to the expression and mood of your partner. Learn to listen to understand
rather than listening to argue and NEVER ignore.
© Caress As You Would Be Caressed – I’m talking about physical warmth
and affection, your comforting touch that will make him/her feel loved and
wanted. Remember, marriages fade from lack of closeness. So what are you waiting for? Make a
move and give him/her a kiss, a hug, and a snuggle. The best time to do it is NOW. J
© Provide Each Other Appreciation – “You look beautiful” “Thanks
honey (or whatever you call each other)”
“I like your haircut” and a lot more. Appreciating your partner will make
him/her feel comforted and admired in a deeper way.
© Love One Another – The best thing you can give your partner
is the gift of Love. Genuine love is priceless, more precious than a fancy car
or a diamond ring.
© Express And Be Open With Each Other – Secrets create
suspicion and doubt which will lead to an argument or a fight. It is best to be
open and share moments to your spouse, in this way doubt and suspicion will not
be able to destroy your relationship.
© Allow The Other To Be An Individual – Each of you is a unique
being with different characteristics. Accepting the other as they are, as you
would have yourself accepted.
© Soothe Each Other – Provide a sanctuary and refuge for each
other. It is one of the benefits of marriage that you both can enjoy for a
lifetime.
© Empathize And Respect Each Other’s Rights – Each is entitled
to his/her own preferences and must be responsible for the results of the
choices that have been made. Value your partner's rights and he/she will do it in return.
In
conclusion, both should work on it and must be
genuine to one another. You will always encounter arguments and fights but in
the end, love will be the strongest and deepest element in marriage, the
foundation of your union. Cherish it!
Two such as you with such a master speed
Cannot be parted nor be swept away
From one another once you are agreed
That life is only life forevermore
Together wing to wing and oar to oar.
-ROBERT FROST-
*By the way, I added a secret message on the Marriage Creed.
Decode it and apply it in your marriage.
Enjoy! J
