Katharina Buczek
Second, compromise is a cornerstone of all partnerships. After all, when you bring two different people together, disagreements are bound to happen unless you literally married an exact clone of yourself.
So, figuring out how to navigate disagreements in a constructive way– and come to a solution that works for both you and your spouse– is important for maintaining a healthy union.
Finally, commitment to your relationship is critical. And I do not just mean staying monogamous. Commitment can come in a wide variety of forms– from understanding your partner’s needs to ensuring they are met.
“Respecting your partner’s boundaries, for instance. Doing things to show they are important to you.” –Sinisteryear
Never Lose Your Individuality
With all of this compromise and prioritization talk, this point might sound counterintuitive. But healthy relationships are all about balance.
So, if you lose yourself in the process of working on your marriage, you definitely will not be happy– and your marriage will suffer.
This means it is crucial for you and your partner to be on the same page about personal identity. Moreover, accept that it is okay to be different from your spouse.
“Understand that you are two different people and have different needs and wants.” –Life-two9562
Accepting this fact may inform how you and your spouse express love and intimacy for each other– for example, by understanding love languages. It may also help you block out alone time away from your spouse to fulfill your own interests and hobbies.
Then, once you come back together, you can both feel more fulfilled and empowered.
