Nothing is as important in marriage as communication, apart from love. Therefore, its important for you to know the expectations of your future spouse and their attitude to issues before you tie the nuptial knot. Here’re some tips:
Discuss bills with your spouse. How you deal with all the inevitable expenses matter and should be known in advance.
Parenting is a tough job. It’s not what one partner can handle. You’d have to talk about how to cope with sharing responsibilities.
Credits will definitely come up. How do you deal with these?
Religion could be very sensitive. It’s absolutely fundamental to know your faith preferences and doctrinal beliefs before you go into wedlock.
How to deal with family issues might cause disagreement in marriage. You’d have to agree with this factor to ensure harmonious living.
What beliefs will be instilled in your children? Both of you have to decide that.
Sexual expectations: Not many people would want to talk about that but it’s important to know how to relate sexually with your partner on all occasions.
Financial expectations are always there.
Discuss how to handle prosperity when it’s comes, and lack when it shows up.
Family health history: You should be transparent about your health status before they become known.
Dream home: What type of home do you want? This is not building castle in the air. Examine the prospect of your dreams before you pursue them.
Careers and Education: What career options do you both want to pursue after marriage?
Political views: This is quite sensitive. You ought to know your spouses thinking on political matters and which philosophy they like.
Source: Facebook with additional reporting by Ladi Ayodeji.
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