More and more couples are making effort to improve their relationship. Most people today, recognize that due to their overstressed schedules and involvement with their devices, relationships are taking a beating. One needs to make a conscious effort to fill the relationship reservoir. In addition to putting the phones away and scheduling date night, there is one critical variable that we like to emphasize. Give your partner the benefit of the doubt. Stop being so critical and cut your spouse some slack. Everyone feels challenged and overworked. Hit the pause button. Change the pace. Understand that your partner is truly doing the best they can. Being supportive, appreciative, and loving goes a long way to raising the marital thermostat. By the way, same goes with the kids. They too are being raised in this overstressed universe and they too need a loving atmosphere. What’s your rush?

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