9 Ways to Make Your Wife Happy

As couples transition into parenthood, it is common that husbands and wives begin to shift their focus from each other to their child. The relationship between husband and wife is also subjected to change as they take on their new roles as parents. Much of their time and effort will revolve around taking care of the little one, especially when the child is young. But remember, a strong marriage is the foundation of a happy family. So in order to have a happy family, parents have to remember to keep working at their relationship with each other as well. Dads, husbands, if you're listening, you know what they say is the secret to a happy marriage. Happy wife, happy life. Do you believe in this saying? Surprisingly, a great number of people support this statement. In a study of 394 couples married on average for 39 years who were asked all sorts of questions about their marriage from whether their spouses appreciate them or get on their nerves, more husbands rate their marriage positively than wives. It's curious, but the study shows that wives are the crucial factor that need to be kept happy in order for both spouses to enjoy greater life satisfaction and happiness. Professor Deborah Carr, who was involved in this study, explains that when a wife is satisfied with her marriage, she tends to do more for her husband, which in turn makes the man happier. Other findings have also shown that a wife's happiness or unhappiness has a bigger impact on a marriage than a husband's. An article even went as far as saying that if you want your marriage to be successful and happy in general, a wife's needs need to be satisfied. Sorry husbands, not your needs, but your wives. So if you're a husband, what are some of the things you can do in order to meet your wife's needs and have a happy marriage? In this video, we're going to explore nine different ways in which you can make your wife happy, and it might not be what you think. Before we continue, do help us out by hitting the like button, and don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more informative parenting videos to help you out on your journey of parenthood. Now guys, are you cracking your heads over how to make your wives happy? The secret to a happy wife actually lies in the small things, and not big grand romantic gestures like you may think. Surprised? Let's dive into the nine tips all husbands can learn from. Tip number one, be her listener. Guys, sometimes your wife just wants to be heard. After a long day, she may just want to talk about her stress or things that she was upset about. It's common that men tend to give suggestions or want to provide solutions to the problems, but what your wife needs could just be your ears to listen to her. Listening without judgment helps her to feel that her emotions are validated. When she's done, give her a hug to make her feel better. Sometimes that's all your wife needs. Tip number two, compliment her in public whenever you introduce her. The next time you introduce your wife to your friends or colleagues, try and do so with a compliment. A compliment in public shows that you acknowledge your wife as your better half and that you appreciate your relationship with her. It might be just a statement for you, but it could mean a lot to her. Watch her face light up when you do so, and you'll know what we mean. Tip number three, express interest in her thoughts and feelings. Emmy Krauter, a psychotherapist and clinical social worker, suggests that a part of marriage is just listening with interest about the mundane. Asking and finding out about your wife's day shows that you value her. Even if the topic is not something you're interested in, your effort to find out what's on her mind shows that you care about her. When you value your wife, you'll also value what she has to say and what she thinks, so ask questions and hear her out. Tip number four, celebrate each other's achievements. A study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology shows that couples who celebrate each other's achievements are happier together. Supporting your wife, celebrating her accomplishments, and making her feel important are definitely keys to keep her happy. Tip number five, make her feel valued and appreciated. Holding multiple roles of being a daughter, a wife, a daughter-in-law, on top of being a mother is not an easy task. Even if your wife does not have a job, staying at home taking care of your kids in the home is a lot of work. Always make sure that you show your appreciation of her, whether it's giving her a little surprise, a random gift, a thank you card, or even just vocalizing it regularly and often. This will make her feel like everything she does is worthwhile. Tip number six, learn to love and take care of yourself. As the saying goes, you can't pour from an empty cup. Taking good care of your own self is essential before you can take care of others. When both of you are happy and in a good emotional state, you will naturally both enjoy a happier relationship with each other. Tip number seven, respect her. Many men are quick to discount their wife's point of view when disagreements arise. Is it a man's ego? Is it the level of testosterone in the body? Nobody knows for sure, but it happens quite often, and it affects your wife greatly. Imagine how you would feel if someone continuously disregarded what you had to say or how you felt. Your wife will feel greatly disrespected if you continue to disregard her say. The key is to respect her thoughts, even when they differ from yours, or especially when they differ from yours. Tip number eight, pitch in without being asked. Your wife may be constantly busy. She's taking care of the kids, doing house chores, preparing meals for your family. But guess what? Even if you work and she doesn't, it's your family too. It's your home too. And it's your meals too. Taking care of your family, home, and each other are all your responsibilities as well. Don't wait for her to ask you for your help. Take the initiative and do your part. Keep an eye out on what needs to be done and pitch in without her even having to ask. You will definitely gain her appreciation by doing so. Tip number nine, use some creativity. Keeping the spark alive in your relationship is really important and should never be ignored. Don't forget to plan for date nights or even just simple moments together. Use some imagination and get creative. You don't always have to go out in order to enjoy each other's company. Think about how you can create wonderful romantic moments, even at home while the kids are asleep. Little moments like these with just the two of you will make your relationship a lot more fun and fulfilling. And there you have it. We've covered nine things husbands need to do in order to make their wives happy. These little acts of love are so simple, yet they can easily become forgotten amidst our busy lives. Hopefully this video has reminded you of the fundamentals needed to have a happy relationship and a happy marriage. Remember, the saying happy wife, happy life isn't that far-fetched after all. Husbands, what are some of the things that you do for your wife that she absolutely loves? Do share your suggestions, thoughts, and tips in the comments section below. We'd love to hear from you. 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