permanent condition and can actually be overcome.
Preventing and Recovering from Marriage Burnout
Below are several strategies couples can adopt in order to overcome marriage burnout.
1. Look on the Bright Side
Instead of concentrating on what your partner is doing wrong, try to focus on the things you like about them. Studies have found that positive reinforcement and appreciation in a relationship lead to increased marital satisfaction and decreased conflict, as described in Gottman & Silver, 2015. A simple exercises would be to keep a “love book” in which you write down the activities and qualities you like about your spouse on a daily basis.
2. Say “Thank You”
Make it a point to remind your spouse that you love them, appreciate them, or thank them for something nice that they have done. Couples who show appreciation for each other have reported increased feelings of emotional intimacy and reduced
