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6 Habits of Highly Bonded Couples

I love to cook. The other night, I was making a dish that required an egg as a bonding agent. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any eggs, but after a quick search, I found a substitute. Mixing flour, water, and oatmeal together created the bonding agent the recipe needed. The dish was delicious. It’s amazing what the right ingredients will do.

Adding the right ingredients to your marriage will result in some strong couple bonding, too. Despite what some might think, bonding doesn’t come from extravagant vacations or special occasions. It’s the result of an intentional mindset and simple action. This means a strong bond is within reach for you and your husband. Just work on these 6 habits of highly bonded couples.

1. They are courteous and kind to each other.

A little kindness goes a long way. Try to treat your husband as well as you’d treat a good friend. If you’re rude and snippy to him, he probably won’t be nice in return.

2. They talk about issues before they get too big.

In marriage, you have to choose your battles, but if you sense that irritation is becoming a major annoyance, you need to talk about it. Avoiding conflict doesn’t make it go away.

3. They believe in each other.

If you think your husband is a loser, you’re going to treat him that way. Even if he has a track record of poor decisions, keep your opinion of that separate from who he is as a person. Focus on his strengths and let him catch you bragging about him to your friends.

4. They assume the best about each other.

Look for the good things about your husband and assume the best about his actions and words. Instead of assuming he has bad intentions, give him the benefit of the doubt before you jump to conclusions.

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5. They live in a “we” world.

Couples who are close use words that show they are a unit. Try to say “our schedule,” “our life,” and “our children.” Start thinking of yourselves as a team and your actions will eventually reflect a team mindset where cooperation, support, and enthusiasm come naturally.

6. They touch.

It sounds corny, but hugs are healthy. So hug your husband when he comes home instead of just giving him a quick peck on the cheek or lips. Touch his shoulder while he’s driving and hold hands at church or while you wait for your table at a restaurant.

How have you bonded with your husband lately?

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