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 All about marriage

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• Make love work

• Make love work

 It is equally important to consider a few things be­fore choosing a partner like:

Learning from your expe­riences

Ensuring your partner and you have common basics

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Looking for someone who makes you laugh

Never settling for less, and more

What are the things to take care of before getting married?

Marriage is, undoubtedly, one of the biggest commit­ments in life. Every marriage takes people who do enor­mous hard work to make it successful.

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To avoid marriage prob­lems, there are a few things to take care of before get­ting married: understanding what marriage is all about, setting a communication system, sharing a list of things you would not like to compromise on, and so forth. To get more insights on things to take care of be­fore getting married, follow this guide.

What are the questions to ask before marriage?

What were the best parts of your childhood? What’s your love language? What’s your retirement plan? What is the true meaning of mar­riage for you?

It is important to ask questions and explore some important aspects with your partner before you walk down the aisle. This will help you both know each other better and make adjust­ments.

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How to enrich your mar­riage

Honesty, love, communi­cation, compassion, commit­ment, respect, and various other qualities can help you strengthen your marital rela­tionship.

How to have a happy marriage

In order to have a happy marriage, it is important to understand what marriage is, what marriage mean to you, overcoming challenges together and working in uni­son, not against each other.

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It is essential to be op­timistic, express gratitude, share responsibilities, and more.

What is the best marriage advice?

Marriage advice can help couples understand the important aspects of married life, maintain a good rela­tionship, and prepare ahead before troubles rear their ugly heads.

Couples should enter mar­riage with realistic expecta­tions, adopt a problem-solv­ing approach and discuss their wants and needs with each other.

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How can I save my mar­riage from divorce?

A marriage may encounter various problems. However, as the adage goes, ‘It takes two to tango,’ the couple should work on fixing the issues as a team to save the marriage when it’s going downhill.

Looking to fix your unhap­py marriage? Here are three words that can save your marriage from divorce.

What’s the significance of sex in marriage?

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Sexual intimacy can build trust in a relationship, mak­ing it all the more important for a marriage where individ­uals vow to spend their lives with each other.

How to communicate with your spouse about sex

Sexual issues, if not communicated, can build up and get frustrating for the partner. Besides, a sexless marriage can also set an un­healthy relationship pattern, ultimately causing a downfall where each partner or one of them may keep wondering how to communicate with a spouse about sex.

To be continued…

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…Tips to mentally prepare your child for the school year

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1. Talk early and often

It is never too early to start talking with and listening to your children about the first day of school. Ask them what they think school will be like and see if they have any specific concerns so that you will have time to address it over the next couple of weeks. It is totally normal to have first day jitters.

2. Go to the orientation

If your child’s school is hosting an orientation or back-to-school night, take advantage of it. Often children are worried that they will not know how to get to the bathroom, where to eat lunch, or how to get to a locker. If your school does not offer one or you are unable to make it, ask the teacher if it would be possible to stop by for a visit. Teachers are usually in their classrooms prepping for the new school year in advance.

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3. Meet the teacher

For kids, wondering if they will like their teacher is a big source of fear. If your child isn’t comfortable in the teacher’s classroom, he or she will be less likely to be ready to learn. Many teachers will make themselves available for a phone or video call or will return an email if a visit is not possible.

4. For younger children, read books or watch educational cartoons

In August, local libraries will often display books about starting school or going to a new school. These materials can help children read about and see what a typical day will consist of and what they will learn in school.

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5. Take your kids shopping with you

Your kids will be more excited to use their back-to-school supplies if they picked them out. Doing so will help them feel prepared and will also provide an opportunity to talk about how the new supplies might be used in the coming year.

6. Set up school “zones” and establish clear expectations

At home, establish a location for school materials such as a place to put backpack and lunchbox, and set up a distraction-free homework zone (like the kitchen table with the TV turned off and phones/tablets put away). Set up homework and study times (for example, Monday–Thursday from 3:30–5 pm) to help manage expectations and build and maintain good routines.

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7. Practice your new routine

Both children and adults can benefit from practicing the new school routine one to two weeks before school actually starts. Stage a morning dry run to see how long it takes you and your children to get out of the door in the morning. It will not only help you predict how early you and your kids need to get up, but your children will benefit from learning what to expect each weekday.

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…tips for building a good parent-teacher relationship

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Having a good relationship with your child’s teacher will make it easier for you to share concerns and work together to help your child thrive. Here are some tips for building a partnership. Here are some tips to help parents build a good relationship with their child’s teacher.

1. Meet with the teacher and staff early

Teachers are usually swamped at the start of the school year. But try to meet as soon as the teacher can. At your first meeting, find out how the teacher prefers to communicate it can be either by phone, email, or some other method.

2. Help the teacher get to know your child.

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Sharing information is key to a good parent-teacher relationship. Tell the teacher about your child’s interests, strengths, and challenges. If your child has an special need, make the teacher a aware, and let the him or her know about situations outside of school that might impact your child’s learning or behaviour.

3. Be respectful of the teacher’s time.

Be on time for appointments, whether they are phone calls, video meetings, or parent-teacher conferences. Try to wrap things up within the allotted time. The teacher may have other parents scheduled after you or other meetings and commitments. You can always set up another call to finish up.

4. Recognise the teacher’s efforts.

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If you are meeting in the classroom, look for displays of students’ work or teaching materials that you can compliment. If you are somewhere else, start things off with a positive statement, like something your child enjoys about the teacher’s class. 

5. Never talk negatively about a teacher in front of your child.

Showing your respect for a teacher will set a good example for your child.

6. Participate in school events.

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Take part in school events when possible. This shows that you’re part of the school community and want to be supportive. Offer to volunteer in a way that works for you, whether it’s at school or at home on your own time.

7. Say “thank you.”

Show your appreciation for the big or little things the teacher and other staff do for your child. Thank-you notes and emails can go a long way toward building positive relationships.

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