It takes two to tango!

Marriages can be really an anxiety-provoking occasion. And, relationship stress is common in couples, you are not the only one facing the issues with spouse. Marriage is a partnership that should be giving you joy and warm feelings of support and love. Unfortunately, the relationship face challenges sometimes, due to which we feel stressed out, anxious, worried, or otherwise off-balance. Stress is the root cause that most couples face in a relationship and this leads to depression, heart disease and hypertension. When we talk about stress in marriages, it is the cause of dysfunctional relationships due to interpersonal tensions. However, the good news is that a lot of stress can be avoided in marriages when couples are aware of stressful triggers. 

Below mentioned are some of the things that you should to do to reduce stress in your marriage:

1. Communicate clearly and respectfully: Communication is a key in any relationship. Communication is the only thing that could avoid misunderstandings, which basically are the source of a lot of tension. Always communicate with your spouse with love and good manners.
2. Practice good self-care: As a couple, celebrate yourself and do something special for yourself every day. No matter if it is for an hour or 10 minutes. Appreciate each other and be grateful for what was accomplished.
3. Be your spouse’s teammate: Don't take opposite stances over a decision, no matter what it concerns. Children can truly be the biggest cause of stress in marriage. The best way to solve this issue is to talk through decisions concerning your kids when they are not around.
4. Stop making comparisons: Comparing your marriage to others can cause you to look at your spouse negatively. Accept what it is and embrace your unique relationship.

These were some of the tips to make your marriage stress-free. Do share with us if you have some other tips that we might have missed.