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Married People Share What Everyone Needs To Know Before Tying The Knot

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“In fact, it’s sometimes nice to have different interests and hobbies. Everyone needs time to do their own thing sometimes, and it also exposes you to new things.”

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Compromise Is Key

“Compromising is not a sign of weakness. It is done out of respect for your spouse.”

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“Someone told me that when a problem comes up, think of it as ‘we, as a couple, are collaborating on a solution,’ rather than ‘one of us will have to compromise’– which makes it feel combative.”

“Of course, sometimes the solution is for one of you to compromise. But, that slightly changed framing makes a huge difference going into a discussion.”

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Spending Time With Your Spouse Should Not Feel Like An Obligation

“Spending time with my wife is neither a burden nor a chore. She was my best friend before we even started dating. Of course, I enjoy hanging out with her.”

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