A Few Great Methods To Have A Great Spousal Relationship

02/10/2012 09:45

So many long for their relationship to be a source of strength and warmth. If there is a magic, love will be all around, no more sorrow. For many the bad patterns of dysfunctional relationships are given from parents to children so the children are at a natural disadvantage. And since the latter is probably more accurate, here are some tried and true tips from people who have enjoyed long, happy relationships.

Intimacy: Intimacy is defined as the condition of being private or personal. Each couple needs time to grow close by expressing their deepest thoughts. Two people are intimate when they are able to share with each other the innermost and most essential parts of themselves without any kind of inhibition. We all want to be loved and cared for, and by doing this for each other it creates a place of peace for each to dwell.

Connecting to your mate: Although we must give our mate space we must also have times where we connect. Putting in the time to stoke the flames of love is a priority for those that want to make love last. The best thing you can ever do for your spouse is to create some intimacy ground rules. During your times of reconnecting, you should make sure that all defensiveness and critical speech are cast aside.

Attention: Creating intimacy involves consistent attention for one another and the relationship itself. Showing them attention let's your spouse know that you value your relationship together. As you strive to pay attention to your mate try simple things like stopping what you are doing when they talk and devoting time just to talk to them so that they know that they are the most important person in the room.

Remember the fact that the love quotes that individuals all read must be an inspiration and never a indictment. We all all desire a commitment which continues like we read about in the love quote. Although that commitment is one which is attained and not simply transferred to any of us.

Fun: Couple tends to have fun on dates, then get married and too serious. Lighten up, head to Yahoo Games and join in any number of card or other games. Give equal time to what the other person likes to do so that each person feels valued in the relationship.

Learning to fight with fairness: Every marriage will experience its share of disagreements. Always be careful to fight in such a way that maintains the dignity of the other person. No one ever agrees one hundred percent with their spouse. And you won't always agree and that's okay.

Recreate with each other: taking the time to have fun together is so vitally important. Especially when times are difficult, lean back and rely on these old memories as your foundation and glue yourselves back together with them (not literally, of course!)

Memories: Make some together. It is the simple things that can make a marriage great. Don't you find that the simple times mean so much? Once you stumble upon the things that you like to do together, make time to continue them. Try and find ways in which you can relax and enjoy yourself with your mate. Make your favorite things something you do every year. Collect postcards with balloons on the, playing cards, toss pillows over time it becomes a theme.

Every person in the relationship needs to be heard and listened to as they talk to their spouse. We all need a life where we can dream together. Talking about your future and just dreaming is so important as you talk. Take to just listen to each other.

Start now with these simple ideas to keep your relationship with your special person longer. The highest gift you can give yourself is the gift of a great relationship. If you two are walking hand in hand, life can be so sweet.