T<\/span>\n\n The \u201choneymoon\u201d phase in any committed relationship is not meant to last\u2014eventually it becomes obvious that sharing a life with another person requires a special set of skills. Many couples start to come apart seven years after the wedding because our culture doesn\u2019t teach us how to maintain and strengthen our emotional bonds.<\/p>\n

The seven ideas below, drawn from four decades of real science, will make your love last a lifetime.<\/p>\n

1. Seek help early.<\/strong>
\nThe average couple waits six years before seeking help for relationship problems. And keep in mind, half of all marriages that end do so in the first seven years. This means the average couple lives with unhappiness for far too long. If you feel there\u2019s any sign of trouble in your marriage early on, seek help.<\/p>\n

2. Edit yourself.<\/strong>
\nThe most successful couples are kind to each other. They avoid saying every critical thought when discussing touchy topics, and they will find ways to express their needs and concerns respectfully without criticizing or blaming their partner.<\/p>\n

3. Soften your \u201cstart up.\u201d<\/strong>
\nArguments often \u201cstart up\u201d because one partner escalates the conflict by making a critical or contemptuous remark. Bringing up problems gently and without blame works much better and allows couples to calmly engage in conflict.<\/p>\n

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