Have you found yourself wondering, “What is the secret to a long, healthy marriage?”

In this interview, Carol shares the top 3 relationship success tips that she’s learned throughout her 33-years of marriage.

3 Relationship Success Tips for a Long, Happy Marriage:

1. Gratitude.

Carol attributes her relationship success in part to gratitude.

Every relationship has its issues; you can choose to get hung up on the little ways that your partner gets under your skin, or you can overlook the little inconveniences and focus instead on all the great things you are thankful for. When you find yourself getting annoyed with your partner, ask yourself, “Is getting upset over this going to help either of us? Does it matter in the big scheme of the relationship?” It’s a common problem in relationships to forget the greatness in one another. Expressing your gratitude for your partner can make a world of difference for both of you.

2. Think before you speak.

Another one of Carol’s relationship success tips is to stop and think before you say something. This pause is important because it allows you to think about how your thoughts will impact others if you tell them. You don’t have just to let things go, but when you do speak about a difficult subject, make sure you think about the other person as much as yourself.

3. Communication.

The third secret to Carol’s healthy marriage is communication. If you don’t speak from a place of love and gratitude, your ability to express yourself and solve problems will be limited. It’s also useful to remember that you’re not always going to get everything you want in any relationship. Embrace compromise even when your point of view differs from your partner’s.

A long and healthy marriage like Carol’s takes patience and love to be sustainable. Take these relationship success tips that Carol has shared and bring them into your relationship. A partnership built on love is truly a miracle.

Sparkling Love,