Making a List, and Checking it Twice

If I were to ask you what bugs you about your spouse, could you list some things for me?  How about if I asked you what you love about your spouse?  Is that list easier or harder to come up with?  I think it's easy to focus on the negatives, but we can be happier if we focus on the positives.  Try writing down the top five things you love about your spouse.  Next, share that list with your spouse with some word of praise or appreciation.  Finally, keep that list in a place where you will see it often, and review it on a regular basis.  I think it can be eye-opening and really helpful for some of us to try to appreciate the good things--especially if you feel stuck in a rut, or in a negative frame of mind about your spouse.   An attitude of gratitude can change your perspective.  So go ahead...make your list and check it often!