Investing in Your Marriage

Here are some practical, tangible ways that couples can invest in their marriage.

Daily - RINGS Chat or some regular time of connection
  • REAL - "I am feeling . . ." (physically, emotionally and/or spiritually)
  • INFORMATION/INTENTIONS - "My plans for today/this week are . . ."
  • NEEDS - "What I need from you is . . ." (continue/start/stop doing)
  • GRATEFUL - "I am thankful for . . ."
  • SOME DAY - "Some day I would enjoy . . ."
Weekly - At least three small "deposits"
  • Picture filling up your partner's "love tank"
  • Could be with Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Gifts, Quality Time, Physical Touch
  • "What have you done for your marriage today?"
Monthly - A special date with your partner
  • Use 10 Great Dates by Dave and Claudia Arp as a resource.
  • Eliminate distractions to focusing primarily upon your marriage.
Quarterly - Date with older/younger couple
  • If you have been married less than 15 years, connect with older, seasoned couple
  • If you have been married more than 15 years, connect with younger, teachable couple
Annually - Take the Couple Checkup
  • Online inventory assessment that reveals strengths, growth areas
  • Summary report with graphs, suggestions, resources
  • Regular fee $35.00 (discount fee available during Marriage Week USA; the week of Valentine's Day).