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October 15, 2014

4 Habits of a Happy Couple

Whenever I see a couple that is obviously very in love, I wonder what they’re doing every day that keeps their relationship so fresh and happy, no matter old their relationship is. Earlier this week, I observed one of these couples and started thinking about the things I’m doing regularly in my own marriage to make sure every day is a great one and the feeling of romance never dies.Habits of a Happy Couple

Laugh Together

One thing that I really love about my husband is his ability to make me laugh in any situation! Our relationship is silly more often than it is  serious, but it makes life really enjoyable! We have a lot of inside jokes together and we’re really good at laughing at our own mistakes together. I believe that laughter is the best medicine and in my marriage, I’ve seen it break up tension, make a bad day better and bring us closer together.

 

Talk Together

Communication is one of the most important aspects of any relationship in my opinion. If you aren’t talking to each other often and about a lot of different things, you are missing out on a great opportunity to bond and strengthen your marriage and at the same time, you’re potentially growing apart. I like to find time every day to put away my electronics and focus on my husband so that we can have a good chat and connect with each other a midst our busy lives.

 

Stay Active Together

After we got married, it was so easy to sit around at home every night, watch our favorite TV shows, eat yummy food and enjoy time together. I quickly learned that doing that leads to laziness and unwanted weight gain. My husband and I got a gym pass and made it a priority to spend an hour there together each night or take a long walk around our neighborhood if the weather was good. Not only does this keep us energized and happy, but it’s been a great way to spend time together away from the distractions of technology.

 

Date Together

It was important before you were married and it’s even more important after. I look forward to date nights! Our busy and opposite schedules don’t always allow for weekly, scheduled date nights, but we are sure to go out of our way to make them happen when we can. Dinner and a movie, a night at the comedy club, the community theater, and seasonal attractions are some of our favorite things to do together but some nights we only have the energy for Chinese takeout and a Redbox. No matter what we decide to do, we make sure date night is special and gets us out of our normal, every day routine for spending time together.lambertsen-18

What habits do you have to keep your marriage happy?

 

Amberly

 

 

 

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  • Liz L.
    October 15, 2014

    I love all of your marriage advice! It is always fresh and inspiring! You two seem like a great couple and I am sure that it is because you work at it everyday! Thank you for being such an inspiration to me and improving my marriage it is nice to have a reminder!

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    • Amberly
      Liz L.
      October 15, 2014

      Thank you Liz!

      Reply
  • Cassie Lee
    October 15, 2014

    Amberly is on a roll this week!

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    • Amberly
      Cassie Lee
      October 15, 2014

      Haha, thank you Cassie!! 🙂 You’re too kind!!

      Reply
  • Robin
    October 15, 2014

    I agree with all of these! Some couples end up being roommates instead of spouses. They live in the same place, but the passion and fun and love is gone. I think that communication and “dating” each other is important for not letting that happen.

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    • Amberly
      Robin
      October 15, 2014

      Definitely Robin!!! A spouse is a lot more fun to live with than a roommate and dating each other is key to keeping that spark alive!! 🙂

      Reply
  • ClaireC.
    October 15, 2014

    I agree! Especially communication – such a key element of any successful relationship. I know people differ religiously but for my husband and I worshipping together is another key to keeping our relationship happy!

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    • Amberly
      ClaireC.
      October 15, 2014

      I agree with you Claire, having similar religious beliefs and making them part of your every day life is a great habit to have!! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

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  • Mint cup of tea
    October 15, 2014

    I also wrote about those little habits that I call “secrets” (http://mintcupoftea.blogspot.com/2014/09/the-secret-of-happy-couples.html) These days it’s hard to find someone that you can call your soulmate, that can help you stay happy everyday. Well, as I see, we’re some lucky girls:)

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    • Amberly
      Mint cup of tea
      October 15, 2014

      Ooo, I’m heading over to read your post right now! And I totally agree! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
  • In Due Time
    October 15, 2014

    Love all of these ideas!!!!

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    • Amberly
      In Due Time
      October 20, 2014

      Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  • Robyn
    October 21, 2014

    This is a beautiful post 🙂 Love how you highlighted the importance of dating after marriage!

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