Article: Strengthening Later Life Marriage. So Good! A Must Read.

I come across — and get sent — a lot of articles, blog posts and references on marriage. Most of them have something to offer. A few are just too clichéd. And, occasionally I come across something so good, it begs for the spotlight. This piece — Strengthening Later Life Marriage –  struck me as that good. Written by Mary A. Stosich, Research Assistant, and edited by Richard Miller and Stephen F. Duncan, Professors in the School of Family Life, Brigham Young University, the practical advice they give – including the unique challenges to marriage later in life – is spot on. I would replace the specific religious references with more spiritually-inclusive terms. But overall, the guidance is sound and more sophisticated than I usually find. So, take a look. Whether you are married or not, a late bloomer or early adopter, you just might find some golden nuggets to make your relationships a little more sound.

P.S. My favorite piece of advice? “Continue personal development, balancing individuality and togetherness”. And, as you do, “keep your spouse as your top priority and maintain a loving awareness of his or her needs.”

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