7 “weird” habits of happy couples

6. The healthiest couples prioritize their marriage ahead of their careers, hobbies, personal pursuits, extended families and even their own kids (more on this below).

This kind of loyalty and high-priority on the marriage (even ahead of kids) seems “weird,” but it’s the only way a marriage can really work. When you put your kids ahead of the marriage, it creates an unhealthy and possibly even co-dependent relationship with the kids that can sabotage THEIR marriages someday. One of the best gifts you can give your kids is the security that comes from seeing their mom and dad in a loving and committed marriage. Have the kind of marriage that makes your kids want to get married someday. Don’t wind up with an empty nest and an empty marriage at the same time. Prioritize the marriage even while your kids are young. You’ll be better spouses, and ironically, you’ll actually be better parents too.

#7 might be the most important one on the list…