Healthy Marriage Tidbits

The EIGHT Essential Characteristics of a Healthy Marriage:

• Both partners share a common vision for their relationship
• There is a strong marital bond characterized by closeness and autonomy
• The spouses are interested in each other’s thoughts and feelings
• The expression of feelings is encouraged by a climate of safety and love
• Conflicts are discussed and resolved without physical or emotional damage to the relationship 
• Problem-solving skills are practiced to become well developed 
• The ability to deal with change and stress as a unified team 
• Most basic values and ideas of marriage, children and genuine love are shared