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Can Your Spouse Be Your Best Friend!

By Super

On one side you have your best friend who has seen you when you lost in a competition or when you got a new job. A best friend is someone who will be at your side through all situations. But your partner is the only one who will there for you during the trying times and you can share anything with him/her. Nobody knows you better than your partner. You laugh together, cry together, and enjoy one another's company. Without this friendship a marital life will never be successful.

1. View your spouse as your equal. Marriage is a partnership. So don't dominate your partner or look down on him/her. Celebrate and cherish your spouse as a unique and equivalent mate.

2. Do not compete with one another. Each individual brings unique contributions to the relationship. There is no need to compare yourself with your partner. Learn to enjoy each other's special qualities along the way.

3. Treat each other with kindness

. Commit random acts of kindness for your spouse. Prepare his/her favorite meal in surprise or pick up that new DVD you know he/she has been wanting. Do not bully or manipulate to get your way. Your benevolent spirit would inspire your spouse to return the kindness back to you.

4. Talk nice. Always speak to your spouse in a loving tone. Avoid talking to him/her when angry. Calm down first and this prevents speaking hateful words that can't be erased later.

5. Share everything. Adopt an attitude what is mine is yours. That includes your mind and emotions. Tell him all about your dreams and desires. Sharing creates closeness.

6. Spend time together. Be in each other's presence as much as possible. Dwell in the same room when you are both at home instead of being on opposite ends of the house. Find similar interests and activities that each of you can participate in. Call or message one another when you can't be together. It is all about togetherness.

In this manner your spouse can be your best friend in life.

The easiest way to remember how to be best friends with your spouse is to follow the Golden rule. Treat him/her the way that you want to be treated.

Story first published: Wednesday, October 5, 2011, 14:52 [IST]