This article is the first in the relationship series as I believe the ability to deal with stress and to know oneself, know the signs when we become stressed and how to fulfill our own needs to the best of our ability is an incredible asset to have in our toolbox in order to maintain a harmonious marriage.

Stress is inevitable in our lives, the most important is knowing how to best deal with it. When stress is gone our differences are never a problem. Reminiscing about the beginning of the relationship, we remember feelings of ease, butterflies in the stomach and many joyful smiles. We can absolutely maintain that beautiful state, it just takes some education and discipline. In the beginning, stress is usually lower. Once the relationship unfolds and more routine and daily life difficulties settle in, stress increases.

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