Planning a wedding and actually being and staying married are two different things. So much thought goes into the look and feel of the wedding day, the colours, the details, sometimes the actual act of being married can get lost. Once the wedding is over you have a life time together as a couple, so you really need to be thinking and planning ahead for a healthy and long lasting marriage. I have been married for 13 years now, most of those 13 year have been very happy, but there have of course been the odd argument, disagreements and situations that have come our way that have challenged our relationship. You have to learn as a couple how to deal with those situations, the ones that throw you off kilter and the ones that are sprung upon you.

You need to ensure your marriage stays solid and healthy, just like ensuring regular exercise and nutrition to maintain a healthy body. Having a healthy marriage is easily achievable if you put in the right effort. We have put together a list of things you can do to keep your marriage healthy. So let?s dive right in.
1. Know Yourself First
To have a happy marriage, you need to know yourself first. To know your partner, you first must have enough knowledge about what you want from the marriage. If you make it a point to learn about yourself first, you will be able to grow as an individual and be a better spouse. Learn what things you have to offer your spouse and what strengths you can bring to strengthen the marriage. The journey to s...