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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
The #1 cause for breakdown in marriage is couples aren't spending enough time together & making their relationship a priority.


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M: 17 years T: 20 years
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1/13/10: MC started
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8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
Sex is one of the most important connections in marriage. Do whatever it takes to keep passion alive.


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M: 17 years T: 20 years
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1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
It's not just about sex. Affectionate touch is important too. Hold hands. Sit together on the couch. Cuddle in bed.


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
Bomb on 08/25/09
1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
Recall how you and your spouse flirted in the early days? Do that throughout your marriage and it will stay exciting.


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
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1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
Communicate: Check in with each other daily. Talk about important feelings and issues. Don't shut down when you are hurt.


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
Bomb on 08/25/09
1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
Give compliments. Everyone likes to be appreciated. Make sure you give your spouse compliments EVERY DAY.


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1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
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1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
Staying in love requires skills that many don't have. Take a marriage education class together and learn to stay in love.


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
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1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
RT @DrMichellexo Hugs lasting 20 seconds release dopamine & oxytocin- feel good & bonding hormones. Hug today!


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
Bomb on 08/25/09
1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
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Originally Posted By: Michele Weiner-Davis
All couples have conflict- it's how you handle it that matters. If you can't talk about things w/o fighting, get some coaching. It works!


Me: 44, Wife: 39
M: 17 years T: 20 years
Bomb on 08/25/09
1/13/10: MC started
1/28/10, 2/8/10: More bombs
8/28/10: Wife moved out
No talk of D, no movement

"Every day is another chance to get it right."
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