Key points
Having a good marriage is less mysterious than it might seem.
Setting realistic expectations and maintaining positivity in several key areas bode well for a marriage.
Tackling conflict head on is healthier in the long run as opposed to burying it.
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As a couples therapist, I work with a broad array of relationships: the couple deeply in love planning their dream wedding but nervous about the future; the newlyweds having their first hint of trouble after the honeymoon wears off; the longstanding couple wondering if it’s finally time to throw in the towel. Ever the optimist , I truly believe that nearly every relationship has a reasonable chance of thriving. It is neither easy nor guaranteed, however. In my experience, the