Boost Your Marriage With Simple Gratitude

Day 5 of our 5-Day Challenge

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Gratitude is good for you.

Psychological studies consistently show that people who focus on what they are thankful for enjoy better physical health, more positive emotions, better adaptation to hardship, and stronger relationships.

So then, why are we so focused on our half-empty glasses?

Well, it could be your temperament. Some of us naturally tend to be a bit like this guy:

Even if you are going through something challenging right now, I know this much: You have good things in your life. You woke up this morning. Your heart is beating in your chest. God sees you and loves you every moment of every day. And so many of us have far greater blessings than these. Are we grateful for them? Especially in our marriages, are we grateful?

We all have flaws, and no relationship is perfect. No one likes it when their flaws are continually highlighted in a relationship while their good traits go unnoticed. We all know how good and motivating it can feel when someone sees the good in us, thanks us for our efforts, and is grateful for our presence in their lives.

Some small tweaks to your go-to behavior and go-to emptions can help strengthen your marriage.

Here’s Your Assignment

There are specific action items in today’s challenge to inspire you further and really make the most of this 5-day challenge, but for now, here’s something we can all do:

Sincerely thank your husband. In your eyes, he might have done 100 things wrong today, but look for the one thing he did right and thank him for it, however small.

Your marriage needs gratitude.

These 5 days of prayer, reflection, and action are a shot in the arm your marriage needs. Each day of this challenge includes:Each day of this challenge includes:

💙 Lectio Divina: Real spiritual connection in just a few minutes.

💙 Group Chat: Connect with a supportive community of like-minded women for encouragement and shared wisdom

💙 2 Action Items: Simple, actionable steps to strengthen your marriage daily

💙 Questions: Reflect deeply on your relationship to uncover insights and foster growth

☑️ BONUS Live Video:

We had a live Zoom call discussion on Wednesday, October 23, with a special guest marriage expert: Secrets of Marital Intimacy: Live Q&A with Sarah Bartel. The replay will be available to paid subscribers.

Are you ready? It’s Day 5! Let’s go!