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Getting Ready for Marriage

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Marriage Readiness Advice

There’s more to a successful marriage than just finding the right person. Most often, it means being the right person first to make things work. If you think that just by finding Mr. or Ms. Right will magically make your marriage perfect, then think again. Marriage is a life-long commitment that demands both individuals maturity, compassion, understanding, commitment, and unending love. In short, there are a number of aspects that need to be worked on. This is where you need to evaluate your and your partner’s stage of marriage readiness.

For a marriage to work, you need to be absolutely sure that you are ready for this life-long journey. Getting ready for marriage is essential for a healthy and thriving relationship. Above all, it involves knowing who you are, your talents, weaknesses, interests, values, and expectations. Out of this knowledge comes the answer; are you really ready for marriage and commit yourself freely and joyously to your beloved? This section covers articles that will help you decipher your married readiness quotient and other important information about getting ready for marriage.

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