Marriage communication is one of the most important factors in keeping a peaceful relationship. Somewhere in the world right now, there’s a couple arguing about one of the topics I’ll discuss. And while I can’t answer any of these questions for you, effective communication in marriage and compromise are keys. To know which topics you should discuss with your spouse, read on!
Marriage Communication | What Couples Argue About
1. Can You Still Be Friends with the Opposite Sex?
Some say yes because many friendships are platonic. And, some say no because it’s a setup for infidelity or it’s disrespectful to one’s spouse. What do you think? What are the boundaries?
2. How Much Time Should You Spend with Your Single Friends?
Some will say single friends are nothing but trouble for married people because of the season they’re in and the undue influence. Others will say it doesn’t matter because friendships shouldn’t have to end once someone gets married. What’s the compromise in your mind?
3. Should You Tone Down Your Sexy?
Some say if I work for it (or bought it), I earned the right to show off all my sexy. Others say when you become a wife or husband, you should tone it down, so as to not get that kind of attention. Y’all tell me…what do you think?
4. Are Conversations with Exes Still Okay?
Some say he or she might be an ex, but now, their relationship is strictly that of friends. Others say once you cross that line, there isn’t any un-crossing it, and being friends with your ex isn’t cool. I’m sure there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer, but I’m interested in hearing thoughts!
5. Should You Give Your Spouse Access to All Your Social Media Accounts and Passwords to Your Phone?
Some folks think being married is not synonymous with forgoing all privacy, while others say once you’re married, there’s no privacy between spouses. I’m sure you all have some opinions on this one!
6. What Time Do You Consider as Being “Disrespectful” to Come Back Home?
If you have a boys’ or girls’ night out, is there a married person’s curfew? Some say like your mother used to say that “ain’t nothing good happening after midnight in the streets!” Is there a time that coming in after gets to be “disrespectful?”
7. How Much Time Is Too Much Time with Your Boys/Girls?
One of the things that cause lots of arguments and cause marriage communication to break down is when your spouse spends too much time with his/her squad. Well, what’s too much time? What if they still spend appropriate time with you as well. Is it still an issue?
8. Can You Still Go Out of Town Without Your Spouse?
Should you be going on girls’ and guys’ trips without your spouse? Should you be going to social events out of town without your wife or husband by your side? Some say for sure, while others don’t like it. What do you think?
9. How Much Sex Should Be Expected?
Some people say if you get married, sex should be on the table at any time, while others say it’s unreasonable to expect sex numerous times during a week because of work, kids, responsibilities, and just being tired. How come frequency of sex seems to be such a big issue?
10. Is It Okay to Have a “Work Wife” or “Work Husband?” or Is It Out of Bounds?
Is this kosher or just off limits?
11. How Much About Marital Issues Should You Share with Family or Friends?
Some people think it’s okay to vent to parents, siblings, or friends about strife going on in the marriage, while others say everything that happens in the marriage should stay between the husband and wife “only.” This one causes all kinds of arguments, so what’s the answer?
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So, these are the 11 controversial topics that consistently come up that require effective marriage communication around the world. And although I didn’t offer up any advice about them, I think they must be discussed. My point is that issues in marriage are more universal than we think, and you aren’t in it alone. Communicating expectations is the key. Each couple may see these things differently, but the compromise will only happen through clear communication!
What other topics can you add to the list above and how would you define effective marriage communication? Share them in the comments section!
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Editor’s Note – This post was originally published on June 7, 2017, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.
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Most of these topics my husband & I discussed before we got married and we implemented our agreement very well and then after 5 yrs of being married and 12 yrs of being together things started to change on his part, He said that he was not happy because we had fallen into a rut of not doing anything and then I noticed that he began talking to a childhood female friend and that’s where our troubles began. Moral of my story is that even if a couple discuss these things and make an agreement to do or not to do something the outcome may turn out differently.
Hi Robin did their relationship affect your marriage? Is he still communicating with her?
Was he a follower of Christ? If he was, then having determined that you had fallen into a rut, you both need to work on rekindling the fire that you both had at the beginning of the relationship. Couples ? need to woo each other. I am not talking about mind blowing sex everyday, but if you blow his mind every so often, frequently enough so that he is constantly surprised, his childhood friend will remain just that. Don’t nag, don’t cajole, just let him see that he is worth the effort that you are putting forth to charm him.
I really do need a woman to call my own and as well understand am in for compromise … [email protected]