DavidWolfe.comSo, I stumbled upon this list of things to do to keep a wife happy. I thought, yes, I will address this! I am not an expert on love or marriage, but I am happily married, so let’s give it a shot.
The saying “happy wife, happy life,” does not mean one has to focus solely on a wife’s happiness to be happy. It means that taking a loved one’s feelings into consideration leads to a better balanced and happier life.
Wives and mothers work hard because they have to balance home and work life. I know my wife works hard to take care of our daughter and the house, so I try to do whatever I can to help her out and keep her happy.
Here are 10 Things I do to Help Keep my Wife Happy!
1. Chores
Small tasks seem simple and straightforward, but they tend to pile up. Pretty soon, the wife is running around the house for a half an hour getting everything done before bed. This is hard for anyone. Small things like emptying or loading the dishwasher, moving along the laundry, or taking out the trash, are easy to do and help to make a loved one feel more appreciated. It is hard because I really live to work, to make sure I am helping around the house. However, taking 2 hours out of each day to be one-on-one with my daughter is a huge break for my wife. Helping with bath time, reading time and simply making sure I clean up after myself is enough to keep things rolling with positivity.
2. Her Needs First
Being in a relationship means caring for the needs of your partner. As often as possible, I try to put her needs first. I ask her what she wants for dinner instead of stating what I want. When we walk or run together, I try to match her pace. Alternatively, she will yell at me to slow down!
3. Listen Not Fix
Sometimes my wife just needs to talk about her problems without someone trying to fix it. Men want to get to a point in the conversation where they can offer a quick fix and then drop it. However, my wife needs to talk through her issues, and I allow her to do that with me, without glancing at my smartphone as she does.
4. Use Kind and Grateful Words
I constantly remind myself to use kind and comforting words with my wife. Thank you’s and pleases go a long way in any conversation. I want to make sure she understands how much I appreciate what she does for me.
5. Compliments
I make it a point to compliment my wife whenever she tries something new like a hairstyle, a new sweater, or even a new craft. I also talk highly of her to our friends. She is very talented and, whenever I can, I tell my friends all about how amazing she is.
That said, my wife and I keep it real with others. We are not afraid to look ‘messy’ around others, as real relationships are not without complications.
6. Take Responsibility
Jobs like mowing the lawn and taking out the trash, are mine to do. I try very hard to get them done without my wife having to ask me more than once. No one wants to be a nag, and by getting stuff done when asked, I take that burden off of her.
7. Listen, Apologize, Change
Your wife knows you better than anyone else on the planet. Thus, when she has something to say about how one deals with other people, take note. She is the perfect outside observer that has your best interest at heart. She stays out of my business affairs but when she speaks up, I listen, and it has helped me take my business to the next level.
8. Ask Her Opinion
I always ask her for an opinion when I have a big decision I have to make. She is also very good at considering the feelings of others and does a great job helping me see all parts of the situation.
9. Support Her Dreams
Supporting your wife’s dreams is a lot easier than one may think. All one has to do is make sure she has the time and the materials to make her dream happen. If she wants to learn how to operate her computer better, get her a book about that. If she wishes to take up hiking, set aside time so you can both enjoy the outdoors together. We have a second kid on the way, and we are looking to move into a bigger home to accommodate that. 2016 is a year of big dreams for us.
10. Say, I Love You
The phrase, “I love you” should be used as often as possible. You chose your wife to have and to hold, and she should never have any doubt that you still feel the same way about her.
One’s words and actions have a huge effect on how their loved ones feel. This is especially true in a husband, wife relationship. I make it one of my biggest priorities to help my wife feel cared for and happy.
What are the little things you do to help your wife feel happy and cared for?