Couples who have been happily married for some time all agree -- it takes a lot of hard work to keep the flame burning. The Second Half of Marriage pinpoints The Eight Challenges of Every Long-Term Marriage.
The site offers some homespun advice to keep your union alive and kicking. First lesson -- forgive and forget. Holding on to resentments about past marital disappointments will only harm your ability to make the most of your time together.
Identify the grievances you have about the relationship. "For each item on your list, ask yourself if you are willing to forgive your mate and let go of this issue between you," the site advises.
For issues that you can't easily dismiss, Marriage Alive suggests finding a way to fulfill that need in other ways. If you love a sport that your mate won't join in, vow to find a golf or tennis partner who'll enjoy your love of the game with you.
