Dr. Judith Gerhart, CFP
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst 
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Great Tips for Saving a Marriage
June 27, 2009
Here are some valuable pieces of advice to help heal your marriage when it is heading for divorce:
• Make a plan. Too often, facing even the most serious marriage problems, many couples hope that somehow their issues will magically resolve themselves and they can reconcile. Contrary to what movies often portray, reconciliation between warring spouses does not occur with a musical backdrop nor does it happen magically. For that reasons, and others, it is crucial to make a plan which includes issues which must be addressed, whether counseling must be sought out and/or logistics which must change, as couples facing divorce are often living apart. Having a plan for repairing the marriage will insure that both partners are on the same path to renewed commitment.
• Be flexible! Stubbornness is usually at the root of many problems between couples. If one partner sets their mind to something and the other cannot or does not agree, it often causes a ripple effect that touches every part of the relationship. One of the most effective steps to save your marriage is to work together with your spouse to find a resolution to your disagreements. Negotiation and compromise are keys to successful relationships. You can’t always be right; sometimes it’s important to take a step back from a situation and let your spouse lead. Working together to resolve your problems is an important step to rebuilding a relationship.
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Posted by Judith Gerhart on June 27, 2009 | Permalink | Post a comment
