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Give the Best Gift Ever!!

Give Your Spouse a More Sensitive, Dependable, Loving, Intimate, Positive You!

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If you want to give your spouse the best gift you can possibly give, consider giving the gift of a more positive you! If any of these behaviors apply to you -- stop doing them!
  • Never saying "I love you."
    What to do: Say "I love you" at least once each day.

  • Saying "I Don't Care."
    What to do: Show you do care. Share your opinion when asked.

  • The eye roll.
    What to do: Make a conscious effort to stop this type of put down.

  • Nagging.
    What to do: Instead of nagging your spouse, try positive approaches.

  • Hurtful teasing.
    What to do: If your spouse objects to your teasing, accept that the teasing is not liked or appreciated and knock it off.

  • Breaking promises.
    What to do: Keep your promises. You can strengthen the trust between the two of you by keeping your word.

  • Avoiding doing your share of household chores.
    What to do: It's your home, too. Don't expect your spouse to do it all.

  • Being negative.
    What to do: Change your pattern of negativity and discover ways to be more positive.

  • Saying no to sex.
    What to do: Say yes more often and don't expect your spouse to be the only one to initiate sexual intimacy.

  • Making major decisions alone.
    What to do: Talk with your spouse about how you two can make important decisions together.

  • Forgetting to give compliments.
    What to do: Focus on being more aware of things your spouse does that deserve a compliment.

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