Understand that over time everyone’s outer beauty will diminish somewhat. Also understand that over time, a person’s inner beauty can blossom into something magnificent. Don’t let your spouse’s outer beauty cause you to drift away. Focus on their inner beauty.
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Go out to some type of social function with your spouse at least once per month. You probably did this when you first started going out and it was fun.
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Don’t let money push you apart. If you have financial difficulties, talk about it, pray and plan to recover. Understand that there is a big financial pie out there and you two can and will somehow get your share.
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Communicate. Don’t get upset if you spouse says they don’t like your favorite outfit that you like. Accept constructive criticism. There are a million outfits out there that fit you.
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Compliment your spouse every day on something.
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Give your spouse a gift once a week. Even if it’s a piece of fruit or a note. You’ll be surprised at how much fun it will be for both of you. Your spouse will also begin to look forward to it.
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Surprise your spouse from time to time with a more elaborate expense (within your budget). It could be a movie, a dinner at their favorite restaurant or that weekend getaway they talked about.
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Hold hands when you’re out.
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Tell your spouse, I love you (every single day).
