Marriage is tough and a constant compromise, and rapidly evolves into frankly challenging once children come along! Here is a summary of an article written by Mark Manson (on getpocket.com, accessed 22 November 2020). I will say quite honestly that I absolutely do not get these things right all of the time! But they are all good tips to aspire to… Be Together for the Right Reasons Don’t feel pressured into get married for personal or family reasons; don’t get married for “image” or to soothe your own emotional issues; and don’t get married too soon after falling hopelessly in love/lust. Take some time to ascertain that you simply love being around that person, even when the excitement and glamour fall away. Have realistic expectations about relationships and romance The “being gaga about each other” stage will last for a few years at the most, then it will be down…