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Jackie Ghedine
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Coach for Gen X Women | Jack Russell of Humans
02/14/20 at 12:02PM UTC
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Lifestyle & Relationships

The Truth About Mid-Life Marriage

If you're a Gen X woman, you're probably sitting well into the double digits of marriage and possible into your second decade. When comfort and routine takes over, it can become easy for your relationship to shift from lovers to roommates. It's not too late. It's Valentine's Day, challenge yourself to write one thing down about your spouse, every single day that you appreciate. Be specific. At the end of 30-days, you'll be surprised by how much more connected you feel. Want more on marriage? Check out Make Your Life Magnificent the podcast, episode 6: https://www.therestingmind.com/podcast-1

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Orlagh Costello
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Engineering Manager for food manufacturing site
02/18/20 at 1:45PM UTC
I'm a late Gen Xer and not even through my first decade of marriage yet. Some of us didn't get married til well into our 30's.... Still love him and all, but Valentine's isn't the day we proclaim it :)
Robin Stone
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02/15/20 at 5:40PM UTC
I too like LadyPele are going into my 3rd decade of a happy marriage. I like your suggestion though, as we can take one another for granted or get angry at times and this suggestion is a good idea!!
Jackie Ghedine
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Coach for Gen X Women | Jack Russell of Humans
02/16/20 at 12:13PM UTC
Robin, last year, I decided on November 1 to write something down every day through Christmas and then to give it to my husband on Christmas. Some days were more challenging than others but those were the days that I really 'looked' at him and all the little things he does. Giving him that gift was so powerful and he keeps the list on his desk!
Robin Stone
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02/16/20 at 8:01PM UTC
Several years back we wrote letters to each other instead of Christmas cards and still keep them. I love your suggestion Jackie; another great option! Thank you!!
Jackie Ghedine
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Coach for Gen X Women | Jack Russell of Humans
02/18/20 at 6:21PM UTC
It is so wonderful and thoughtful when you take the time to proclaim appreciation for our spouses. It's so easy to take each other for granted.
Lady Pele
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Retired Project Manager
02/14/20 at 1:46PM UTC
Hubby and I have been happily married for well into our third decade. Communication, being sensitive to the other's needs and flexibility are the key to our success.
Jackie Ghedine
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Coach for Gen X Women | Jack Russell of Humans
02/14/20 at 1:54PM UTC
Congratulations - that is such a wonderful milestone. I agree 100% communication and respect.

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