8 tips for a happy marriage by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Aug 17, 2024 etimes.in

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Spiritual leader, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is an inspiration to many across the world. Here we list down eight tips by him for a happy and fulfilling marriage. Sri-Sri-Ravi-Shankar/-Instagram

Commitment to support each other through thick and thin

"The hallmarks of a happy marriage are– a sense of commitment, co-operation, compassion, caring, and less ego... Be a support to each other, be a companion, and move forward," says Gurudev. Canva

Do not be demanding from your partner

Sri Sri Ravishankar says that instead of being demanding in your relationship, one should be more available for their partner. “In a happy marriage, each couple resolves, 'I’m here for you, come what may, happy times or unhappy times! In either case, I’m with you'." Canva

Don’t be too possessive in your marriage

“Whether it is before or after marriage, if you are too possessive, the other person will run away. Trying to control or possess somebody may not be a very intelligent idea. When you are possessive, the whole chain of negative thoughts is triggered,” says Gurudev. Canva

Be incharge of your own happiness

“People who keep a long face and expect others to cajole and appease them make others run away. It is okay for you to show your upset mood or tendency once in a while, but doing it over and over again is taxing for you and the people you love," says Sri Sri Ravishankar. Canva

Think before you speak

Talking about how partners should navigate a conflict, Gurudev says, "If one is upset, the other partner should keep quiet and wait for his/her turn to get upset. If both get upset at the same time, then there is a problem!" Canva

Be authentic

“Be natural and simple... Don’t try hard to impress. Then, everything goes bad. Best is to be yourself, to be natural, to be forgiving, and to be in the present moment. It makes a big difference," says Sri Sri Ravishankar. Canva

Couples should have a mutual higher goal in life

Instead of being too focused on each other all the time, a couple should have a mutual higher goal in life that they work towards together as a team. "It is only when both are moving together, with their focus on a higher goal for the society, for the world, that values are upheld in the relationship and beauty, love, and faith are nourished." Canva

Don’t demand proof of love

“Never ask for proof of your partner’s love for you! Even if you find something lacking, just say, 'Why do you love me so much?’. Take it for granted that they love you. Even if the spring has died out, it will start again,” says Gurudev. Canva

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