Thursday, January 22, 2009

Compliments Help Strengthen Marriages

By Carol Ann

If I have learned anything over the years, it is that I often don't offer compliments and praise to others when the situation calls for it. After many years of marriage, it is easy to become complacent and take your spouse for granted. Each of us likes to receive praise, and you should especially remember this in your own household.

It is not enough for you to assume that she knows how you feel about her is not enough. She needs you to tell her. She needs to hear you say she's beautiful, that you love her, and how wonderful you think she is. And don't forget to also acknowledge and praise her for doing all of the little minor tasks she performs daily with no thanks. She doesn't just do these things because she wants to, so make sure you tell her thank you.

If she brings you a cup of coffee when you first wake up in the morning, tell her thank you. Let her know that you truly appreciate all that she does to keep your household running. Take time to compliment the little things and to notice them. Perhaps she reorganized something, or really cleaned a room up, you need to let her know how good it looks and how much you appreciate her hard work.

By doing this, you will not only improve your marriage, but you will also find that she will probably begin to compliment you more as well. Working together as a team, can help squash many marriage problems, and it all begins with letting your partner know how much you value and appreciate all they do in the relationship.

This creates an encouraging, nurturing environment and can help you be a more effective team. Dont take your wife for granted anymore, start complimenting her today, and you will see that it will create a whole new atmosphere in your home, it truly will. - 20896

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