“Most anyone can stay married contractually. But it takes real commitment to stay married happily.”

How Important Is Your Marriage to You?

It’s a question worth asking yourself regularly:

What priority does your marriage hold in your life—really?

A happy, fulfilling marriage that lasts for the long haul doesn’t happen by accident. It requires intentional effort, emotional commitment, and personal growth.

So… what do your words, actions, and attitudes reveal about your commitment?

• Do you treat your marriage as a top priority, or something that’s “just there”?
• Are you investing in connection, communication, and kindness?
• What would your spouse say about your level of commitment?

Self-Reflection Is the Starting Point

A healthy marriage doesn’t happen by default.
It’s not built on autopilot or luck. It starts with a decision:

“I will show up, every day, with love, patience, and commitment.”

So ask yourself:

• What are my current thoughts and attitudes about marriage?
• Is there anything I can tweak, improve, or change in how I approach my relationship?
• Am I showing my spouse that they matter—consistently?

This Week’s Marriage Challenge:

Take 5–10 minutes of quiet reflection and ask yourself:

“How committed am I to creating a happy and healthy relationship with my spouse?”

Then, take one small action that reflects that commitment—whether it’s a loving word, a thoughtful gesture, or a simple apology.

Remember:

Staying married legally is easy.
Staying married happily takes heart.