AddUP

What is the difference between a good enough marriage and a GREAT marriage?
6 hours
6 Magic Hours
6 hours a week will change your relationship

When we AddUP the stuff going on in our lives, we are all busy. You might even be super busy, impossibly overwhelmed, lacking sleep and sanity. Why should you make time for your marriage? 

Because you matter, he matters and your family matters. The state of your marriage is the barometer for your tribe. Why "grin and bear" it, when you can embrace the love, the intimacy, the connection, the support, the fun and the happiness that is yours for the taking. 

"People with the greatest expectations for their marriage, usually wind up with the highest-quality marriages."  John Gottman

It is easier than you would imagine. 

Every day: 
Take 5 minutes to say good-bye and hello. Extra credit points for a real kiss.
Take 20 minutes to communicate at the end of your day.
Take 5 minutes to show admiration (I love you) and appreciation (Thank you). 
Take 5 minutes to get physical. A long hug, a kiss, a snuggle on the couch moment.

PLUS

A weekly 2 hour date.
A 1 hr state of the union meeting. Talk about what went right and trouble shoot problems.

EQUALS a happier marriage, a happier family!

When you consider the time you and I spend binge watching Netflix, scrolling through Instagram and perusing Amazon, I think that it is safe to say that most of us can find more time for our marriage. I know that I can do better! When you AddUP the benefits of taking your marriage from good to great, it's a no brainer.

Marriage UP

3 Things that can help you AddUP more time for your marriage

This talk: Love is really spelled T.I.M.E.

These practical tips: The why, what and how of finding time for your spouse

These dating ideas: Do 1, 2, 3 or more of these

Have a great one! Erin

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