Wise Marriage Tips From Grandmas

Have you ever asked your grandma about how marriages were back then? You will seldom find her mention of a broken marriage from her time. To her, this whole idea of a breakup, a break, or a divorce doesn’t seem fit to even think about. Back then, there were no marriage counselors available. The married folk would stick to the marriage, make it work when problems came knocking at their doors without anybody’s help and on their own. And trust us, if you’re someone who is soon going to enter the marital bond, then there’s no better person than your grandma for giving you tips on how to manage a marriage. And if your grandma is at a better place and you have no one to go ask the questions that’s been pondering in your head, we’ve put down a few tips from the grandmothers out there. Read and get an understanding of how our grandmas would have handled their marriage problems back then.

1. It’s How You Speak And Not What You Speak That Matters

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Many grandmas agreed that for a successful relationship to last, it’s the characters of two souls that play a very important role. Do you know that saying about how we can catch more flies with honey and not with vinegar? This applies very much to marriages. No matter what you are trying to tell your partner, even if it’s a harsh truth, do it in a kind manner and with calmness. Using kind words even in a tense situation will help the couple establish a fair companionship and will also boost their compatibility.

2. Beware When You Go Searching For Something Fishy Because You Might Just Find It

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Your partner might have a dirty secret that he or she has hidden from you. Maybe they are not into it anymore, nevertheless, the past is bound to cling on. And if you ever go digging thinking that something is fishy, who knows instead of catching fish, you might end up catching snakes!

What if you were never ready to bear such a dirty shock? In times like these, you often end up thinking that you were better off not knowing the truth. Therefore, beware and think before you don the investigator’s hat.

3. Let Your Partner Win

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Grandmas always say this, don’t they? In the beginning, we thought the whole idea was like feeding something wrong. But, the truth is that, if it’s the small things, then just let him/ her feel like they’ve won. That much of a sacrifice is doable for the sake of a peaceful union of the two of you. But yes, if the matter is a serious one and if you feel that staying mum or budging will hurt your conscious then don’t! Otherwise, it’s okay to let it be and let them feel they’re right!

4. Cook Your Partner’s Favorite Meal

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When our grandmothers told us this, in our head, we were like, “I knew this already Grandma!” But, one can’t stop emphasizing on this, that the way to a person’s heart goes through their stomach. And if your partner is a little miffed with you or the circumstances that the two of you are facing, then just don that cook hat. Cook him/ her something they feel weak in the knees for. More than this, cooking for the person you love will make you feel good too, isn’t it? This is also a way of communicating that you love and care for your partner.

5. Say It With Us: R-E-S-P-E-C-T

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Grandma says that the key to a long-lasting marriage is to respect each other no matter what comes. When you two talk, use a respectful way of communication. Use the right language and say no to cuss words. Even at times when you are angry at your partner or vice versa, make sure you use respectful words while handling the situation. This will lead your marriage to walk on a healthy route.

6. Physical Contact Throughout The Day Is Important

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A couple needs to touch each other all through the day and not just make love at night. It’s a nice gesture to give your partner a little peck when you notice their smiling face turning into a tensed one while they are busy working. It’s okay to hug your wife out of nowhere while the two of you are at home. Words sure do tell how much you love your partner. But it’s the expressions that speak volumes about your love and care. Therefore, never miss a chance to show some affection to your SO and make them feel special. It keeps the mood of the marriage on a light and happy note.

We might think of our grandmas to be old fashioned, but they’ve had the longest marital bonds. They must know how to do it right, after having been married for 30-40 years or even more. So, the next time your grandma comes to you with some advice, don’t laugh it off. They definitely know what they’re talking about.

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