7 Pillars of a Strong Relationship
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Un-Valentine’s Day Challenge: Understanding

Communicating UnderstandingSuccessful marriages begin by spouses really understanding each other. In communicating understanding you are letting your spouse know that you hear and understand where they are coming from. You make it a point to understand the thoughts and feelings of your partner.

You make every effort to “get into their shoes” and experience their feelings with them. You respond to what they are saying first, before expressing your own thoughts or feelings. This let’s them know that they’ve been heard.

Both work at this because the better you understand your spouse, the easier it is to communicate effectively with them. It helps to build a greater connection, closeness, a bond and trust with each other.
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Power of Trust and Commitment in Marriage

Trust Commitment MarriageSuccessful marriages don’t happen by chance. Trust and commitment in marriage are two essential ingredients.

Trust in marriage means a belief that a spouse can depend upon their mate to keep the promises they have made. Trust in marriage empowers couples to have faith and confidence in their love, their relationship, and each other. Trust is essential. Without it, spouses are likely to feel uncertain and unsure. In time, that insecurity is likely to erode the very foundation of the relationship.

Commitment in marriage goes hand in hand with trust. Commitment in marriage means a steadfast dedication to your spouse to do whatever possible to enhance their life and to do no harm. Commitment is the engine or the “follow through” that drives people to live up to the vows they made on their wedding day. And when couples demonstrate their commitment over time, a strong bond and foundation of trust is built.

Success in any endeavor is determined by a person’s trust in themselves and their commitment to see it through to a desired outcome. This is especially true in marriage. Do you want to have a successful marriage? If so, you must demonstrate trust and commitment in your marriage to each other.