The Purple Book: A Guide to Colorado Springs Weddings and Receptions
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As you launch into marital bliss, it is wise to know that statistics say you have a
50% chance of a successful marriage. That means you will have to commit to
work at putting each other above yourself. Many marriage conflicts can be narrowed
down to selfishness. It is imperative to realize that a successful marriage relationship
is built on giving and taking by both parties.
Appreciating each other?s differences will build a strong bond. You have come into
this relationship to complete each other. Demanding things to be done your way
only exposes selfishness.
Excess baggage from your past brought into a marriage will have an impact on your
present relationships. Harboring resentment toward others because of abuse, neglect,
divorce, working mom, overextended dad, controlling personalities, etc. from your past
can destroy a marriage. Forgiveness toward those who may have offended you is a must.
Otherwise, you run the risk of duplicating your past. You owe it to your mate to
deal with it now.
Communication requires good listening skills as well as speaking in terms that the other
can understand, not just what makes sense to you. (Selfish attitude) Men tend to be
more factual minded with objectivity and women express more by feelings and subjectivity.
Consider your mate and learn their language. It will take effort but it will demonstrate t
hat you value them and are trying.
Deny yourself and cater to your mate! That is the ultimate of unselfishness.
Earn respect by being above reproach and trustworthy.
A financial crisis occurs in many cases when you want something and get it without
considering where the money will come from to pay for it. Instant gratification is a
form of selfishness. Consider writing out a budget for each month to show where
the money must go first. We also suggest that you begin saving for things that you
really want rather than resorting to the dreaded plastic card. Many couples find
themselves still paying for an item that has long since gone by the wayside.
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