What I Wish I Knew About Marriage A Lot Sooner
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Nov. 5, 2023

As well-meaning but, let’s face it, annoying people like to say, teamwork ([link removed]) makes the dream work But, actually it’s true — assuming the dream is to be part of a healthy, productive relationship. At work, for example, 91 percent of employees confirmed that feeling valued as part of a team caused them to do their daily best. In the NBA, teammates who engage in outward displays of trust and cooperation (high-fives, butt-pats, helping each other up, etc.) have a higher win percentage than those who don’t. And in marriage, couples who start their relationship working as a team tend to cross the finish line together much more frequently than those who just passively mosey along.

Human beings are social by nature, so our need to be part of a team goes back to the days of cuddling with that special neanderthal under a mammoth pelt beside a roaring cave fire. That’s why, when a relationship is struggling, we have trouble communicating and cooperating. The problem, however, is that it’s easy to think you’re acting as a team when you’re actually not. So what does good teamwork look like? Here are some signs to remember.
GOOD TO KNOW
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7 Big Signs You And Your Spouse Are Truly A Team ([link removed])

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You can’t grab something with a closed fist. So, receiving things like forgiveness, kindness, or apologies is impossible if you’re holding on too tightly to a negative emotion.

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PARENTING
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The Importance Of Dad's Involvement Is Indisputable. A New Report Confirms It. ([link removed])

Engaged dads make a huge impact. ([link removed])
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ADVICE
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How To Call Out A Friend's Bad Behavior ([link removed])

Yes, you should do it. No, they might not respond well to it. Yes, it should still be done. ([link removed])
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HUG IT OUT
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Why You Should Hug Your Kid For At Least 20 Seconds ([link removed])

The benefits are seriously worth it. ([link removed])
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DAD SPECIAL
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Andrew Zimmern's Butter-Fried Chicken Is A Crazy Good Family Meal ([link removed])

Elegant, easy to prepare, and extremely delicious, the recipe is one for the regular rotation. ([link removed])
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FATHERLY FAVORITES
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