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Traveling together as a senior couple has several positive benefits, from staying active and connected to gaining confidence in yourself and your abilities and rekindling romance.

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Many people face the first years together after one, or both spouses have retired as a time of change and are unprepared for the reality of spending so much time together.

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Maintaining good health and caring for yourself and each other is vital for a happy and successful marriage. Physical health is fundamental to a general sense of well-being and impacts your marriage relationship in many ways. 
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Respect and trust are critical factors to having a healthy relationship that will stand over time and the challenges life brings. Respecting yourself and your values, standards, opinions, and boundaries must be foremost.
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While working and motherhood seem on opposite ends of the spectrum, it is possible to do both effectively and up to the standards you desire if you know what to do. 👩‍👦

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It is not unusual for a partner to lash out by criticizing their spouse sometimes after a tough day. It is healthy to realize that something hurtful was said and apologize quickly. You may feel stung as a partner on the receiving end of the critical word… https://t.co/s3T6SJmWgV

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When you point out what your partner has or hasn't done or how they said or did something wrong, you may be belittling, embarrassing, and demeaning your partner.

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Traveling with your kids and babies can be stressful and overwhelming, but, if you are prepared, it will be fun and worth it all.

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When you are out and about during the day, pick up a bottle of wine, some cheese, and appetizers that you and your spouse can enjoy on the patio after the kids go to bed. https://t.co/dUkOdPUTCt

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If both spouses focus only on meeting their own needs, the relationship becomes one of “taking” instead of “giving.” Suppose that both spouses focus on the happiness and growth of each other by making their partner their top priority. In that case, they … https://t.co/TIVgmxZZ7f

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Temporary roadblocks can lead to separation unless you find a way to overcome them.⁠
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How do you know if the emotional connection is broken?⁠
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Talking about your dreams for the future can help take the animosity out of dealing with your money. It also gives you a reason to do budget checkups regularly so you can each see your progress toward your goals.⁠
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Vacationing with your in-laws means you will be under their watchful eyes for the entire trip. Some people get along well with their in-laws, but others do not. ⁠
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Are the pressures of parenting ruining your marriage?⁠
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Removing the stress from a marriage with children takes both of you planning and working together. The rewards, however, are worth the effort. Your kids will have parents that are fully there, … https://t.co/NWAeILXvim

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As children get older, the demands change to overseeing homework, and taking children to and from sports, ballet, music lessons, school functions, etc. You spend so much time taking care of their needs that it is easy to neglect your own. Yours and your … https://t.co/XUCxvahRY6

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How can you help your marriage stay healthy and meaningful in today’s high-stress, fast-paced environment?

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Many spouses set a spending threshold, say $200.00, that requires both to talk about before spending that amount or above. It is a way of keeping your finances on track and trusting your partner.

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If you are the larger income earner or the wealthier of spouses, you need to be sensitive about how you throw your weight around. Try to reverse roles and imagine how you would feel in your spouse’s shoes. https://t.co/dXzABx95Wg

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How to become a supportive spouse?

You support your spouse by how you communicate and show your support.

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Income and resource disparities are de-stabilizing for couples. Resentment and fights about money seep into every aspect of your married life. It divides you, breaks down the trust in your relationship, prevents intimacy, and can negatively affect your h… https://t.co/kZbwswM5QU