March 14, 2016
It's the Little Things That Matter


Dr. Laura:

I've heard you say hundreds of times how noticing small things, complimenting, and being your husband's girlfriend can make a difference in a marriage.  That small bit of advice has made a big difference in my life with a husband I was about to throw away.   I wish other women who have perfectly good husbands would understand these magic words which will turn their husbands into the Prince Charming they so desperately want.  

I was one of those women who was going through the motions until our kids were out and then I planned to start a new life hopefully with someone who would be more compatible.  But about five years ago, I noticed my husband was capable of changing and I trusted that the changes were for real.  That's when I started changing MY attitude, and channeled more of the affection and attention I was giving the children towards him.  I was flirty and sweet and not uptight, and he responded in ways that blew me away.  I always felt my husband loved me, but our day-to-day interaction was tense and unfriendly.  The more I followed your advice, the more affectionate, attentive and helpful he was.  I was quite amazed and so thankful.

Keep preaching that women have the power in the marriage to turn it around if they just do a little work and stop trying to be in control of everything.  I have benefited from this more than I ever expected, and I have you to thank for it.

Tammy


Posted by Staff at 10:59 AM