Relationships, Romance and Dating
Saving My Marriage – 4 Action Steps You Can Take to Turn Your Marriage from Rocky to Rock Solid
DivorceReform.org states that 37% of U.S. marriages will end in divorce in 2007. Will yours be one of them? Saving my marriage is a cry
heard ’round the world. What can you do right now to turn the corner on your marriage?
Saving My Marriage – Action Step #1
Take an honest look in the mirror. Marriage is a two-way street & as they say it takes two to tango. No matter where you’re in your marriage take responsibility for some of the situation. Many spouses want to simply believe they’re victims when in actual fact they’re contributors. Realizing that you play a role in your marriage is a critical step toward healing.
Saving My Marriage – Action Step #2
As hard as a personal inventory may be once you have taken it you’re ready for action step #2. Discussion. Rather than pointing the finger at your spouse you can take an entirely different approach. If you have been honest about your personal inventory you’ll see behaviors or situations where you have contributed to the distance in your marriage. Addressing your own shortcomings first rather than finger pointing at the other person can many times open up the closed door on communication.
Saving My Marriage – Action Step #3
Once the door to communication is opened it’s critical how you talk to your partner. Neuro-linguistic programming teaches us that virtually everyone has her or his own way of communicating. Have you ever noticed that some people say “I hear what you are saying” & other people say, “I see what you are saying”. The person who says, “I hear you” is probably auditory in their perception. The person who says, “I see what you are saying” is most likely visual. If you can discover your spouses communication style (kinetic, visual, auditory) & speak in that language your communication will be much more successful.
Saving My Marriage – Action Step #4
Realize that you may not actually be easily able to do it yourself. If you & your spouse want to save your marriage then consider a third party or neutral source of information. It may be easier to seek professional counseling or information than to learn the intricacies of neuro-linguistic programming or hidden behaviors that sabotage your relationship.
Of the 37 percent of marriages that will end in divorce in 2007 almost every person quietly wondered, “saving my marriage – can it be done?” Remember, you stand a 63 percent chance of success. Do not dismay or give up – work at your marriage & enjoy the renewed love & friendship that comes from this deep bond & commitment.
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