I would like a list of what you believe to be the essential contents of a successful marriage?

Examples 1) Showing you want to be wanted by.... 2) Listen non critically to his/her concerns.I would like a list of what you believe to be the essential contents of a successful marriage?
I agree with djmom11 so I won't repeat it, but also commitment and realizing that marriage is not a fantasy and it is not perfect %100 of the time. Sticking it out when you feel like giving up.I would like a list of what you believe to be the essential contents of a successful marriage?
be a good listener, sincerity and faithful. this is enough to have a successful marriage.
1) powerful attraction that can't be turned off


2) mutual respect
1 - Same religious beliefs


2 - Enjoying each others company. If you can't get a good laugh, talk, and activity when you hang out with the person, I wouldn't be too confident in it working.


3 - People will argue with this, but good sex. I think that sex is a great way to reconnect with ones spouse.


4 - Pick up on non-verbal cues. Know when ones spouse is upset, even if they haven't said anything.


5 - Do things spontaneously. Leave a romantic saying in lipstick on the mirror, bring home flowers, an unexpected phone call, etc.


6 - Always put each other before friends and other family.
1) Open and honest communication


2) Trust


3) Unconditional love


4) Respect for one another


5) Shared goals for the future


6) Being able to lean on each other


7) Spending time together (one on one)
communication is very important also humor and fidelity.
Learn to compromise and realize that you will disagree from time to time.
1. Communication - open and honest


2. Spend time together


3. Say I love you daily (hug - kiss - hold hands)


4. Work work work - a good marriage takes work.


5. Learn to say I am sorry.


6. Work on yourself - don't try to change your partner, if you don't like the things he/she does and don't think you can live with that, don't get married. Go into it loving him/her the way they are right now.
Love being a feeling at the beginning and a verb at the end.
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Also to feel needed is important, everyone like to feel they are needed. I like for there to be spontinaitey





To have common goals and to work together to accomplish them. To share values and what you want out of your relationship, and to agree about your stand on children.





Asmit when your wrong and be able to say I am wrong I am sorry. This little phrase can solve alot of fights.
Understanding how your partner wants to be showed love. The 5 love languages (a book) helps with this. The love languages include, Gifts, Physical Touch, Acts of Service, Words of Affirmation, and I think the last one is Time. Understanding how your partner feels loved is a big key. Also understanding that Love is a commitment and feelings come and go makes it better. I