The 8 Keys to Unlocking Your Happily Ever After
When I was in high school, we were not allowed to hold hands on campus. Many of us, of course, had steady boyfriends and it was absolute pure torture not to hold hands at some point, during the long school day. So, frequently, students were “caught” in the unthinkable act of holding hands. Whenever we were discovered to have broken that particular carnal rule, the principal would utter his pet phrase, “Holding hands leads to pregnancy!”
We would laugh and separate, knowing that the principal, obviously, had no idea what lead to pregnancy. Holding hands had nothing to do with it right? Wrong!
I now realize that holding hands was the very beginning of intimacy, a somewhat safe entry into the world of bonding with someone special. Holding hands is a small, yet, heartfelt display of intimacy, which can…and sometimes does…ultimately, lead to pregnancy.
Here are 8 keys to unlocking your happily ever after. They work before marriage too, but it seems that people need these little reminders after they get married. We get so battered by everyday life that we tend to forget those little things that made us turn our heads in the direction of our mates in the first place. That look. That walk. That crooked little smile. That smell. Those curls…whatever it is, you can find it again…it’s still there underneath that daily grind that we call life. You just have to remember what it was and then want it back enough to go after it.
I am not a doctor or a specialist of any kind. These are only my observations, and gathered knowledge over my years here on this earth and 27 years of marriage to a rather complicated, yet fascinating man. These keys work. I have used them. My husband has used them. He even taught me a few of them.
How To Save Your Marriage – What Makes A Marriage Last
If your marriage is currently facing challenges, it may make you feel a little better to know what you have working for you. So below you’ll find a few things that attribute to a marriage lasted a long time. The first thing that attributes to a marriage lasting a long time is how old you were when you got married. Couples who got married when they were older, 25 or over, are less likely to get a divorce. This is due to the fact that individuals who are over the age of 25 tend to be more mature and tend to know what they want.
The second thing that makes a marriage last is if you share the same religion or belief system. Believing in something together makes for a very powerful bond. It brings you and your spouse together on a spiritual level. Education is another factor that contributes to a marriage lasting. No its not necessary to have a degree for a marriage to last, but research does show that those with some level of higher education are more likely to stay together versus someone who might be a high school drop out.
The fourth thing that plays a major role in how long your marriage will last is whether or not your parents are still together. If you grew up in a home where your mother and father were married, your chances for divorce are less likely. This is because what we learn about marriage comes from what we see our on parents do. If your parents were able to work through their problems and stay together, then chances are you will do the same.
Enjoying Being Single for a More Successful Life
Who said being single is a disadvantage or something to be ashamed of? Who said single life prevents you from being successful in life? Single-hood is a stage in one’s life that determines how fruitful the future will be. It is a stage you must make most of while you can.
Being married is wonderful but the success of any marriage is determined to a great extent what transpired in your life as a single. Enjoying being single while you are one will make you a happier married person. Love yourself in every stage of your life, including the single stage of your life.
You are complete and whole as a single and can enjoy a most successful life. Yes, to be married is great but if you are not yet one, it does not stop you from setting high goals and achieving them. In fact, being single gives you the time and energy to pursue and realise your dreams. Who knows? You may even meet your Mr or Miss right in the process of pursuing your dreams.
The stage of single life is a time to discover who you really are, your purpose in life. It is a time to plan on how to fulfil your destiny and be successful in life. It is indeed a preparatory stage for a successful life. What you put in at this stage will determine the result you get in future even when you are finally married.
Many people are depressed and miserable because they are still single at a particular age. This I must say may even be the reason why they are still single. Every man or woman will want to share the rest of their lives with a cheerful and happy person. Enjoying being single will always make your face to shine. You will think positively and be a blessing to the people around you.
A Great Marriage Takes Work!
Don’t let anyone fool you. A great marriage takes work. It takes prayer, patience, understanding, and compromise. I don’t run away from challenges and neither should you. After all anything worth having is worth fighting for and I tell you right now that although it will take some work a great marriage is certainly worth fighting for.
My husband and I both have very strong personalities. Both of us want to be right and neither of us mind voicing our opinions quite passionately. It’s interesting that of all of the differences that he and I share that we have this trait or quality in common.
I thank God that we are both Christians and that we value godly principles. If we had not implemented what the Bible says about marriage we probably would not be married today. It takes more than love to make it work. Even when we were considering divorce we still loved each other. It was just other areas like ministry, money, and other disagreements that threatened our union. Love wasn’t enough…
Fortunately we decided to pull up our bootstraps and get to work on what meant so much to both us. We wanted our marriage to work and we wanted it to be great! So we established some rules pertaining to communication, money, our in-laws etc. We started having planned “meetings” to talk about our marriage and we started praying together more often. I believe this was a key factor.
The changes didn’t happen overnight but then again our problems didn’t happen overnight either. Because of this we had to be patient and allow our new resolve to take effect. We both decided to truly work at making our marriage great.
Why Is A Guy Scared To Commit? This Is How To Get Him To Commit
Are you trying to figure out how to get your man to commit, but have been unsuccessful so far in doing so? How would it feel if could make the a guy commit and stay loyal in your relationship? Do you want him to be with you only? Most guys are so scared of committing and will keep running away from the thought of ever having to slow down and just do it. There are many ways you can make him commit, but you must know what your options are…
Emotions are much different for guys then girls. Guys don’t feel things nearly as much as girls do. They are more logical and rational, whereas women are more emotional and express themselves based on how they feel. With that being said, you need to be patient with a guy and give him time to express his feelings. I know this is hard, because you are all gung-ho about the way you feel for him. But, if you really want him, and want him to want you only, you will have to exercise your ability to wait just a little.
Commitment takes time for men so you need to wait until he’s ready. You can show you are interested in a really serious relationship, but don’t verbally say it until you know he is ready. Hinting at a serious relationship is good for showing him that you are ready for more. This will put it out there that there are more things to seek with you.
Guys are usually selective when choosing the women they want to be with in the long term. They aren’t as picky when they are choosing someone for a quick fling. This is why you should prevent having intercourse early on in your relationship with him.