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Thursday 4 August 2011

Can This Marriage Be Saved or Not?

If you find that your relationship with your other half is in a lot of trouble, you have probably asked yourself "can this marriage be saved?" No matter how dreadful it may seem, the answer is that it most likely can be saved. Even though the divorce rate is far too high, almost every marriage can be saved as long as the couple is willing to do whatever it takes.
However, there may be some marriages that are not worth saving, at least not in their current state. If you are in a marriage that is mentally or physically abusive, then asking can this marriage be saved is not the right question. Then you need to ask if you can be saved from the relationship. It's not easy, but it is critical that you get out. Perhaps your other half will change, but you need to make sure, and see solid proof before you give them a second chance. Fortunately, such exceptions make up only a small fraction of all marriages.
So, back to the question ‘can this marriage be saved?’ Well, it can only be saved if you want it to be saved. And, the fact that you are reading this is a good indication. However, take some time to seriously reflect upon whether or not you really want it to be saved. It is okay to answer no, so long as you answer honestly and after plenty of contemplation. Either way, something as important as a marriage shouldn't be taken flippantly.
Now, if you have given it enough consideration and decided that you still love your other half and that you would like to stay married, then you are already on the right course to making it work. And it will take effort. It's better to be up front about it, than it is to give you a false impression and say it will be easy. It will take commitment and endeavour, but most things meaningful do.
The first thing you have to do is talk to your other half. You need to let them know that you think your marriage is in difficulty. They will either agree, or have no idea at all. But you need to open the lines of communication on the issue... if you want to move forward and find the answer to ‘can this marriage be saved?’
Note your spouse's reaction as you bring up the subject. Are they surprised, sad, annoyed, hurt or perplexed? Whichever it is, react accordingly. This will be your first chance to show you care about your other half and keeping your marriage together. You have to keep in mind that you are most likely catching your other half off guard so try to be understanding of their feelings.
The next step is to commit to making things work out. You will also need to have your spouse's pledge to do the same thing. Granted... you may have to clarify your reasons for why you're asking ‘can this marriage be saved?’ and let them know you would like it to be saved.
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