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As newlyweds, you and your spouse get to enjoy the wonderful honeymoon phase. As time goes on, it's natural for that spark to fade a bit and challenges to arise. And yet, you see older couples who still act like newlyweds after 50 years of marriage. What's their secret? Read on to learn how to have a happy, fulfilling, and joyful life with your spouse by your side.
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Keep the romance alive with regular date nights. Stay physically intimate with your spouse to communicate love and affection.
Treat each other respectfully, and show each other gratitude when you do things around the house.
Maintain separate friends, hobbies, and interests so you don't lose your identity. Talk to your spouse about these things so you can grow together rather than apart.
Respect your spouse as an equal, individual partner.
No matter how long the two of you have been married, you're still individuals with your own thoughts and feelings. After all, it takes two separate strings to tie a knot. Treat your spouse as your equal and don't make assumptions about how they'll feel about something—just ask!
Respect your spouse's privacy as well. They're still entitled to privacy even though you're married. If you go snooping, they'll feel violated and will likely think you don't trust them.
Focus on the present and the future rather than the past.
Conflict is inevitable in any relationship. When you have a disagreement and come to a resolution, move on. Continuing to harp on the past isn't considerate of your spouse and their ability to progress and grow.
Part of keeping your relationship in the present is learning to forgive your spouse. Learn what you can from mistakes and let it go.
Say "I love you" at least once or twice a day.
When you make an effort to tell your spouse that you love them, they understand how much they mean to you. Make eye contact and say the words like you really mean them—not just as punctuation when they're headed out the door.
These words have a lot more meaning when you take time out of your day or your routine to deliver them. Your spouse will feel like they're important enough for you to drop everything—even if it's only for a second.
Start and end each day with a warm hug or kiss.
Starting your day with affection can lead you to feel more loving toward each other for the rest of the day. At night, make an effort to reconnect before you get into your nightly routine. If you're apart from each other all day, these little moments in the morning and the evening are precious—don't waste them!
Take the time to really kiss your spouse rather than give them a perfunctory kiss on the cheek—even if it's only for a few seconds. It can really ramp up the passion in your relationship.
Maintain your individual hobbies and interests.
Think about what lights you up and keeps you healthy—mentally and physically. When you live with intention and take care of yourself, your relationship with your spouse grows stronger.
Spending time apart also helps you both appreciate the time you spend together even more. It's easy to take each other for granted when you're spending every waking moment together.
Continue to build your own friendships and support network as well so you aren't relying too much on your spouse for emotional support.
Use date nights to help keep the romance alive.
When you were dating, you intentionally set apart time to see each other. Now that you're married, there's no reason for that to change!
Jun 28, 2019 · There’s actually a lot of work that goes into living “happily ever after,” so whether you’ve been married for years or just tied the knot, we asked the experts what couples can do to have a happy marriage. Follow their helpful tips for a stronger, healthier and yes…more blissful bond.
Aug 8, 2023 · Marriage.com offers advice on married life, building a happy marriage, and living a happily married life plus tips to build and sustain a happy relationship.
Jul 26, 2019 · Making a lifelong commitment to another person is bound to come with obstacles. There’s no easy answer to how to have a happy marriage, but some couples seem to have it figured out. The Cut asked dozens of readers to tell us how they make their marriages work.
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