"It took me a while, but I'm much better at communicating with my wife instead of getting defensive."
"Been together 54 years and living together 50 years, 44 of them married. Take your time in committing and see your potential spouse in all sorts of situations. You should admire and respect them more and more, or do NOT marry them. My advice in general is listen more than you speak and empathize as you would with your best friend, because your spouse should already be your best friend."
"I have been married to my husband for 52 years. We have been together since I was 16. It hasn't always been easy. We have learned to talk to each other. We always kiss and say I love you when we leave the house. We tell each other how much we appreciate each other daily. Don't let other people come between you!"
"Dance more in the kitchen when a favorite slow song comes on. Those kisses on the neck from behind never go out of style."
Long-lasting marriages are built on practiced communication, emotional regulation, and consistent expressions of appreciation. Partners emphasize listening more than speaking, avoiding defensiveness, and responding with empathy. Delaying commitment until a partner is seen in varied situations helps ensure mutual respect and admiration. Routine gestures—kissing, saying 'I love you,' dancing together—reinforce intimacy and connection. Couples advise protecting the relationship from outside interference and treating a spouse like a best friend. These habits, repeated over years, create resilience and maintain closeness through everyday life and challenges.
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