There is no one secret to a happy, healthy, and lasting marriage, but there are plenty of habits you can adopt that will help get you there. Developing these habits in the first year of marriage, or even before you tie the knot, sets a good precedent for your future relationship. Because the first year of marriage is considered one of the hardest for many couples, these habits can help alleviate the stress you may encounter in the beginning.
1. Figure out Your Finances

Money is a major cause of conflict in relationships. Not surprisingly, it’s also often a player in divorce. Therefore, it’s a good idea to figure out your finances early on. Start with setting a budget, and then work from there.
2. Open Your Heart
Honesty and communication are important aspects in any relationship, but especially so in marriage. Even if you?ve already been cohabitating before you tie the knot, the first year of living together as a married couple will bring about new challenges. While you shouldn?t pick a fight over every little thing, you should maintain an open line of communication at all times. Be honest about your feelings. It’s much easier to fix things early on than hold it in until it turn into a bigger problem. As long as you communicate in a respectful fashion, your partner will want to work with you to keep you happy. Remember, this goes both ways. So if your partner approaches you with a problem, know that they mean well. Act in the way that you?d want them...