Thursday, April 14, 2011

THE MAKING OF A GOOD HUSBAND (PART SIX)

A good husband is every woman's desire, but not every man is a good husband. To be a good husband you have to engage your self in the process of the making of a good husband. In part six of the series on the making of a good husband you shall be introduced to more information on how to be a good husband.

17. Be a good Listener: When your wife opens up to you, listen to her while giving her your full attention. You cannot be a great husband if you do not listen and know what your wife wants you to hear. I know some times some women can be so rude in passing out their suggestion to their husband, but however she puts the suggestion, never ignore the common sense of extracting sense out of what she has to say. Even, if she is rude in her language, hold yourself and be a good listener.

18. Compromise: Compromise with your wife. Relationships should never be a one-way street. If both of you have a differing opinion on a subject, try to find a middle ground that will appease both of you instead of insisting on your own way.

19. Treat yourself and your wife to a date on a regular basis: Even if you are stressed out with work and children, put time aside specifically for you and your wife.

20. Word hard and work Smart: Laziness will make you a bad husband; and one incapable of providing for the need of the family. Women are attracted to men who are able providers, protectors, and nurturers. They want a man who can and will be an able partner in life. It is fulfilling for a man to work hard and succeed at whatever he does. If the job requires more time than originally estimated, if it is more strenuous than originally thought, a good husband will gird up his loins and redouble his efforts. It is no good point working long and difficult hours when you do not have anything to show for your labor and effort.. Think about what you are doing, does it actually worth it? Is there a better way to get it done? Can it be more efficient? Good husbands use their intellect as well as their strength.

Never expect your wife to always contribute to the smooth operation of the household. Even in this day and age of women in the workplace, most prefer to have that as an option rather than a necessary part of their lives. Motherhood and caring for a husband and home usually takes priority for her. Never assume that the money you earn is yours to do with as you like. You have a family to think about now and their needs must always come before your own.

21. Be A Leader: Effective leadership makes a man respected and loved. It also makes the woman proud of her decision to marry you. A good husband is a good leader who firmly holds on to noble moral virtues and concoction. This is not an attitude of being obstinate and obtuse, but standing up for what is right and convincing others to do the same. If more men would take the time to help those who need a little direction, the world would be a better place.

22. Endow her with all your worldly goods: If you want to be a good husband, then you had to take the attitude that all your worldly goods belong to her just as much as they do to you. A good husband does not loan money to his deadbeat pals and family members secretly. Everything he does is with the consent of his wife. A good husband does not blow money gambling when his wife disapproves. A good husband does not let his wife do without good clothes or anything else she needs when he can actually afford it. She should be able to dress as nicely as you do, eat as well as you do, and enjoy all the other physical comforts you enjoy. Whatever you have belong to her as well. Do not treat her as only a caretaker, but treat her as an owner.

23. Care about Her Well Being: Your wife has feelings which should be understood and respected. You may not cherish having a wife who is chronically ill, but realize that you will have to deal with illness, injury, and emotional distress. There will be a time when life will give a dose of some bitter pills, at such moment she will need your presence, assistance and comfort. Do not abandon her because you are trying to avoid being confronted with the reality of her problems. You should care about how your wife is feeling. She is delicate and sensitive. She needs to be cared for and it is your responsibility to do so.

In addition to general health concerns, women feel better when they are allowed to be beautiful. Therefore, as a good husband pamper your wife. This does not mean you should spoil her, but what I am saying here is that you need as a matter of fact to take care of her well being because she is married to you, and nobody should be allowed to perform the obligation of taking care of your wife. 

People usually get married hoping to get their needs met. In other words, most marriages start out with a selfish desire for one’s own well-being. But somewhere along the way, things need to undergo a radical shift. You need to start caring as much about your wife’s welfare as you do about your own. You must be thoughtful of her health, even when this conflicts with your own personal desires. Good husbands put aside their own needs for their wife’s safety. Though some wives tend to take this for granted, but a wife of noble character will forever cherish a man who takes pride in sacrificing his comfort for the well being of his wife.

Ideally, you should begin to think as much about her happiness as you do about your own. Ask your wife how she is doing every day. Doing so makes her know that you care, and lets her be able to make you aware of any issues before they escalate to bigger problems.

Well, this is where I am going to stop for today. Watch out for part Seven. If this article has been of great help to you, please kindly post a comment below to share your views with our visitors.

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THE MAKING OF A GOOD HUSBAND (PART FIVE)


14. Be Willing to Get Outside Help: There are times when you need out side resource to keep your marriage going in the right direction. However, while making your search, be careful to see that you seek with a high level of intelligence, and also from qualified quarters. There is the common joke about men refusing to ask for directions. Men throughout history have needed to be self-sufficient. That is one of the characteristics which make men successful. When we were out in the wilderness hunting for food, we could not stop at the convenience store to ask where the herd was.

Self-reliance is good and can only take us so far as the depth of our knowledge permit, but you must understand that no man can actually succeed in marriage without seeking expert guidance where necessary. A smart man has to realize when he cannot do it all himself. When your marriage is in trouble, you definitely need expert advice. It is normal for a man to refuse to go to a marriage counselor over little matters, but it is abnormal for a man to refuse a visit to a marriage and relationship consultant when the success of his relationship is in shamble. It is foolish for a man to prefer to buy a map than ask for directions. In the same way, some men display stupidity by reading how-to guides on how to save their marriage than ask for professional help. How-to guides have their unique input in maintaining a healthy relationship, but it cannot in most cases substitute for a physical visit to a professional marriage consultant. In a lot of cases, getting good advice is enough. Modifying our attitudes and the subsequent behaviors those attitudes cause can have profound effects on a failing marriage. But sometimes the problems run deeper. In such situation, the man should co-operate with his wife and see a professional to talk things over and abide by the guidance received.

Do not die in silence; speak out and save your marriage. Professional marriage counselors help to reinforce the points I have made above. They are instructors in how to listen, how to show respect, how to avoid judgment, how to be a part of the team, how to express our feelings and how to be more affectionate. In short, when a man finds that his best efforts to improve his marriage skills fail, he needs a trained instructor to work on those skills with immediate effect.

15. Own up when you have messed up: It takes largeness of heart and spirit to admit when you are wrong, and also to apologize and mean it. It is also just about the only thing that helps to heal the hurt you may have unwittingly caused. If you can empathize with what your partner's feeling because of something you have said, done or have left undone, and can express your sorrow for it, you will be forgiven. And this will go a long way to make you a good husband. Good husbands show a sign of remorse and sincerely apologize when they are wrong. They go the extra mile to remedy the effect of their maltreatment. Apologizing to your wife when you are wrong does not mean you are a fool or a weakling, but it goes a long way to demonstrate that you love her and also care for her feelings. It shows that you consider her a part of you rather than making her a slave.

16. Forsaking All Others: This is very simple, but not to most men who like to eye-follow everything on skirt. These are men who are suffering from a disease called arrested development. Every man must realize that they took an oath on their wedding day to ‘forsake all others, and keep solely to their wife’. You promised to have a single wife for the rest of your life. So if you have a mistress or a girlfriend, then you are not keeping your promise. And this inevitably means you are not a good husband. I know most men will be angry with me on this note, but please realize that I am telling you the truth. It very surprising what has become of men these days. Even pastors are leaving their wives to run after other women outside. This is not good. If your wife begins to run after other men, how will you feel? Do not be misled by the concept which permit men to fantasize outside their matrimonial home. This is a sure way to marital frustration and destructive consequence as a result of a broken covenant of marriage. Be satisfied with the wife of your youth. Draw water only from your cistern and let the breast of your wife satisfy you. A good husband will not share his matrimonial love with another woman. A good husband remains faithful to his wife as long as they both live.

If you want to be a good husband, then get rid of the girlfriend(s). Do not put yourself in situations where you will be tempted to break your vows. Put the effort you would put into covering up an illicit relationship into improving your relationship with your wife instead. It will pay untold dividends. If you are a newly married husband or one celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary, you still can learn how to be a better husband. Relationships are a never-ending process that take persistent work on a daily basis to stay at their optimal level. Even the best husband in the world can work on some things, and improve in many ways. Faithfulness and loyalty is one of the prime qualities a woman wants in her man. And every good husband will not stave his wife of this desirable cravings.
Endeavor as a man to have a sense of honor and duty. The honorable thing is to fulfill the duty to your wife that you took upon yourself the day you got married. It is the duty of a man to be faithful to his wife. Put in all your efforts to stay connected and committed to your wife in all things. Even if she is not as pretty as other girls or women out there, you owe her an everlasting duty of remaining faithful at all cost.This is an honorable duty of a good husband.

THE MAKING OF A GOOD HUSBAND (PART FOUR)


8. Comfort Her: A good husband always comfort his wife. Marriage counselors do not talk about it much, but comforting your wife is one of your primary roles as a good husband. It is right there in the vows you made before God and many witnesses on the day of your wedding. You are not only there to comfort your wife when she is in pain, you are also there to comfort her when the kids have worn her patience to a nub. You are also there to comfort her when she has a headache. You are also there to comfort her when she does not feel pretty. Yes, when she is no longer the charming pretty girl you use to die for. Do not be a problem solver where and when you are expected to just be a comforter. Men tend to want to solve problems and offer solutions to others with problems. But often, what women need is comfort, not solutions.Good husbands have happier marriages, and enjoy a richer, deeper, better life and relationships.

9. Be your wife’s champion: Your wife needs to feel your strength and security. She needs to know that you are there now and forever for her. To make your wife happy, do not let her be in charge all of the time and also do not also weaken your message of powerful unconditional love based on her moods or behavior. A good husband will stand by his wife no matter what, and also stand for himself when the need be. All these put together goes a long way to the wife confidence and security.

10. Tell your wife that she is beautiful. A good husband always remind his wife of his beauty, and also make her to realize that he only have eyes for her. You dilute the strength of your marriage when you look at other women. How will your wife feel safe and be comfortable in the marriage if she feels threatened? To be a good husband, devote yourself to her completely. Never treat anyone like you would have treated her. If you find your self attracted to another woman, run for your dear life. Become more careful and never give audience to your object of attraction.

11. Listen to your wife’s feelings: Listen to the feelings of your wife. Do not push her away each time she beckons for a listening ear. You might not understand or agree with her in everything, and that is fine. Just listen. Most husbands argue or get frustrated when their wives share feelings, and this does not make marriages happy. A good husband conveys unconditional support to his wife and makes her feel safe to share all parts of herself. Your wife will feel much secured and well loved if she can freely express herself without the fear of penalization.

12. Spend time with your wife. To be a good husband, you must use your words and actions to demonstrate that your wife is your greatest priority. She needs to know she is special to you and preferred above all other women. You can still enjoy your sports, television, and hunting or fishing, but if your wife does not know she comes first in your life; she may resent other pursuits of your life. Learn the best ways to say “I love you.” Lavish her with praise. Romance her, pamper her, kiss her passionately. Let her feel secured in the comfort of your embrace. Send her constant short text message of how much you value and adore her.

13. Show love and affection: Being affectionate after sex takes time and it does not make most men feel manly. In fact guys do not like being cuddly, but women need affection all the time. So do not starve your wife of that affection that she craves for and also deserve to have. Do not give her affection only when you need her to satisfy your sexual urge. That is a crafty way of taking undue advantage of her. If you only give her that stuff to get to bed, your wife is going to notice and think it is insincere. If you show your wife spontaneous affection all the time, it reassures her of the love bond that exist between you.

Women need to feel loved and cared about. Give her a little pat when you walk by, compliment her when she is doing some task, and give her a kiss before you walk out of the door. There are good books out there in the market that can help you communicate with your wife in a romantic way. Place order for them and read them. Following the instructions contained in them, and this will make you to enjoy a successful marriage life. You will be able to find out what each of you need in a relationship to communicate love and affection.

While men seem to think women just want hot sex, it is actually tenderness and affection they crave even more. Men are often so focused on their own performance that they lose sight of their wife’s need for cuddling and closeness. If you can just give them that cuddling and affection, they will give all their best and you will be maritally fulfilled. While an aerobic romp between the sheets can be great, if it is followed by indifference or coldness, any benefits to the system or the partnership are cancelled out in a major way. Sex without vulnerability and closeness is just friction if you truly do not feel affectionate toward your partner. This is a marriage-killing issue you need to look at, and get some professional help.

Show your love and affection to her as often as possible. Every woman is a sucker of affection. Again, i repeat, if you only give them that stuff to get to bed, your wife is going to notice and think it is insincere. A good husband will appreciate his wife and will notice her, even after twenty or fifty years of marriage. She needs you to notice when she gets that new haircut or dresses up in something sexy for you to come home to. If you fail to notice what she is doing for you too many times, she may just count it as fruitless and quit. Give your Partner something fancy when she least expects it. Surprise her by planning a trip, preparing a nice dinner, giving a bunch of her favorite flowers or taking her out for shopping. Every woman likes to be pampered. Women, one way or the other, are nothing but over grown babies who constantly need care. But every woman has their likings, give things that she likes instead of forcing your likes on her and show her that you care, and would be always there for her. Never forget the special days in her life. Make an effort to initiate spontaneous affection with your wife. Build the companionship by doing things together whether it is a common interest or hobby. Give her a hug or surprise kiss and tell her how much you love her. Hold hands with her when you are out together. These small gestures show your wife that you have thought of her and this will help you reinforce your commitment to her.

Put in your best effort to be a good husband to your wife!

THE MAKING OF A GOOD HUSBAND (PART THREE)

A good husband is every woman's dream, but learning how to become a good husband is every man's work. Below are more points on how to be a good husband:

5. Avoid Judgment: This is the Heartbeat. To be a good husband you must avoid being judgmental. Where there is judgment, there is fear. And wherever there is fear creativity is paralyzed. Understand that you are both humans from different family background with different experiences and exposure, but capable of self-acceptance. When you live with someone every day, it is hard not to build up resentments and over analyze every move of your partner. As a good husband you must realize no one is going to stand up to that level of scrutiny. Try not to sweat over the little stuff, because it has a way of becoming big rather quickly. If you judge every action or opinion of your wife, you will definitely demonstrate it with your words and actions.This will also go a long way to destroy peace and harmony in the home. And where peace and harmony is absent the love in family is frustrated. Family love exist where peace and harmony prevails.

Try to remain civil, and work toward a mutual understanding. Fighting for the sake of fighting does not make sense for either party. If you can keep your cool, more than likely she will keep hers.A good husband goes the extra mile to remove everything that will present argument and resentment in the family. I know it requires a lot of work, but it a work that is worth doing in order to maintain family love, and also demonstrate to your wife that you are a good husband.

Your wife is different from you. Of course she is not going to perceive things the way you do. She has had different life experiences than you, not the least of which is the general experience of living life as a woman. She will not always like what you like. She will not also behave like a man does. Apart from sexual needs and having children, that is one of the reasons men get into a relationship. We feel the need for a woman’s companionship.

Many of us have emotional baggage. But as a good husband, do not bring that emotional baggage into the marriage. Many men praise their previous wives, girlfriends or mother in front of their wives.This is a very bad attitude. No good wife will appreciate being compared to another woman. Try to avoid judging every action or opinion your wife has; understands that she is different from you. Her experiences and likings may be different from you too. Comparing her or making her feel that she does not measure up only would kill her self esteem and inevitably ruin your marriage.

6. Do not bring Your Own Issues into the Marriage: If you want to be a good husband you must not bring your personal issues into your marriage relationship. Being in a marriage is being part of a team. This means you sometimes have to put your wants or needs second to those of the team. Collective needs must be rated higher than individual needs. All of us have emotional baggage, the mistake most of us do as men it to carry that emotional baggage into our marriage. When your wife comes to you for support that is not the time to open up that emotional baggage. There are times when you can unload this stuff on your wife, but not when she needs your support.Giving her emotional trash in the place of emotional comfort is the greatest disregard you can ever give your wife.

It is common for a man to internalize all her problems and make them his own. But if you do this, you are losing sight of why she confided in you in the first place. Do not be selfish when you are supposed to be supportive and accommodating.

7. Know When to Make it About You: Every marriage should be built on the premise of making it about your spouse first. There are times, however, when an individual’s needs must be met before they can be capable of helping others. If you are really upset about something, do not just bury it under manly silence. Tell her about it and ask for her help. Every good wife will be more than glad to listen and care about her husband. You are not less of a man if you need help with a problem every once in a while. Indeed, I would say that most wives appreciate it a great deal when their husbands really open up to them about their trouble. This is the definition of a give-and-take partnership, which is what marriage is all about.And every good husband must not lose sight of this fundamental truth.

Tell her how you feel, but do not put her in a defensive position. Describe to her how something she does affects you without making your feelings accusatory. When you talk about issues in your marriage, tell her about how it affects you instead of what it is about her that bothers you. Good communication is one of the keys to a healthy marriage; good communication requires you to tell her how you are affected.

If your wife does something that hurts you, tell her exactly that you are hurt. Do not focus on her actions, but on the consequences of those actions. If you simply accuse her of undermining you or being insensitive, it automatically puts her on the defensive. When she is defensive about her actions, good communication becomes impossible.