Marriage Motivator
Laugh Your Way To A Healthier Marriage
While in the Post Office today, I meet an unassuming, yet striking couple, who were casually dressed, looking "so together, on everything." They just seemed to waltz into the front door and spin into the line behind me. I just couldn't help but to comment on what a beautiful couple they appeared to be.
As we waited, I asked a few questions. I found out they had been married 45 yrs and the secret to their success? Well they told me, I was the first person to ask them that question. I thought to myself, with the divorce rate being so high, I may need to ask more happily married couples their secrets and share this with the world.
Well, she said it's really no Big Secret, as most say, good communication is key. She then looked at her husband, who paused for a few moments, then shared "It's finding what works for you (as a couple) and then continuing to work it that way." He then asked about my marriage secrets for being joyfully married over 16 yrs. I responded "Having a good friendship, mixed with laughter, helps us year after year."
I thought about these simple, yet profound responses. No two people or marriages "work" the same way. What works for one married couple, may cause confusion and be totally bizarre for another couple.
Find what works and then work it! I like that secret, what about you?
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