Is Your Marriage In A Rut?

Relationships can get boring and stale unless you put energy into them. Evaluate the excitement and "newness" of your relationship with this quiz.


1. I look forward to coming home each day.

Always

Sometimes

Never


2. We have things to talk about and "catch up" on when we see each other.

Always

Sometimes

Never


3. We try new activities on a regular basis.

Always

Sometimes

Never


4. We have special traditions for holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries.

Always

Sometimes

Never


5. We surprise each other with something new for no reason at all.

Always

Sometimes

Never


6. I say kind things to my spouse every day.

Always

Sometimes

Never


7. We attend church on a regular basis.

Always

Sometimes

Never


8. We attend church on a regular basis.

Always

Sometimes

Never


9. I practice an attitude of gratitude on a daily basis.

Always

Sometimes

Never


Scoring:  How many "always" did you have?

7-8, excellent.  You are reinventing yourself and your marriage.

5-7, good.  Keep working.  You will find your relationship more exciting by investing more effort.

Less than 5.  Get busy.  Use the tools to build traditions and rituals that strengthen your marriage. 



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