1. Ignoring Finances: Ideally, a couple should try and reduce or eliminate their personal debts before getting married.
 | Living together in a new home can be either a dream or a nightmare depending on how the two of you handle common conflicts. Being careful about time management, chores, money matters and communication can help keep your relationship stable during a time of change. |
 | Job loss can add stress to a marriage. In fact, money woes are a major reason for divorce. If you give your spouse some space to cope, support them, show you care and communicate while staying away from nagging, you and your loved one can make it through this difficult time. |
 | It is normal for a person to work hard at a job, but there's a fine line between working hard and becoming a workaholic. If your partner is a workaholic, your relationship could end up being affected because he or she will have less time and energy to focus on you and the relationship. If you can spot the warming signs of workaholics, you can talk to them before things get out of hand. |
If you and your partner are talking about the television shows you want to watch and when, you can negotiate control of the remote control without throwing it or slamming the door. |
Don't give up hope of him ever doing chores: There are a number of strategies to use to help inspire your husband or boyfriend to pick up a mop or take out the trash. |
