Given that having a strong marriage is such an important key to staying healthy and happy, it makes sense to direct energy into making your relationship work well.
You must accept your partner as he or she is. Don’t expect your spouse to change for the sake of the relationship (though gradually, over a period of time this will happen). Don’t waste time in finding faults; rather appreciate those qualities that have let the relationship last for so long.
Always treat your spouse well. Sometimes, people end up treating their spouses worse than they would dream of treating a complete stranger. Disrespectful behavior can contribute to the demise of your relationship.
Always call your spouse by the name. Because if you don’t call your hubby by his name then I think your marriage needs mending. This is my personal theory, that if you call each other by each other’s names, then the relationship will be friendlier.
Forgive one another when there is any kind of argument. If forgiveness is asked, don’t turn away. If attempts to repair hurts are rejected, the relationship suffers.
Learn to let some things go. You must learn to pick your battles. Solve the problems that are solvable and let the others go. Life is like a sieve; use it for your own benefit.
Do not forget to work on yourself. You are responsible for 50 percent of what happens in your relationship. Be sure to use your rights and get the benefits you should.
Foster liking for your partner. It is no use keeping the words, “I love you!” in your heart. Say them loud and clear. This is the antidote to ‘contempt’ in your relationship.
Nurture your friendship. Work on your appreciation of the good qualities of your partner. Take a keen interest in his or her everyday activities. The important thing is that, your actions should be clearly visible to your partner. No modesty in such a situation.
Always have respectful behavior to each other. Behave respectfully to your partner. You may sometimes be annoyed with him or her but basic manners should not be forgotten.