I haven't posted anything in three months! I started working part-time as a counselor (just a few hours a week), and I am not doing much couples or marriage work, so my focus has been elsewhere. I would really like to get back to posting on a regular basis, because it definitely helps my marriage when I post because I am consciously thinking about the importance of marriage and how I can improve my marriage. So, to get back into the swing of things, I'm going to just keep it simple today and post some marriage advice that my sister-in-law shared with me:
"Don't nickel-and-dime chores. Don't strive for a
relationship that
is 50-50. Give 150%, strive to give everything you can."
I love her quote, because I think we all get caught up in worrying about what's "fair" too often. When you are willing to sacrifice and serve your spouse, your love for them grows, and your marriage ends up being so much happier. When you are constantly keeping score, it is easy to feel like your spouse owes you, and you end up feeling bitter and resentful. Freely give, and you'll be happier!
Posted by Cherene
