Between Parents

Are you engaged or recently married? Do you know someone who is? Or have you been married for a while and forget all of the helpful newlywed tips? Take a listen as Joy & Billy review 21 quick bits of advice for how to get marriage off to a great start! Spoiler… here’s the list! Go to bed at the same time No device in the bedroom Do unpleasant tasks together Hang out a lot together. (Aim for inefficiency) Create shorthand triggers Nest together Practice your faith together Prioritize community Serve together Observe the 10-to-10 rule Think about “being kind” rather than “being nice” Avoid major cash outlays in the first year Also avoid major new time commitments Have a plan with the in-laws Give yourselves time to grow – pace yourself Commit to NO conversations in your head! But don’t say EVERYthing! Don’t lose yourself Date your spouse Sneakaway with your spouse Assume good intentions Talk about this: If you're a newlywed or engaged, review the ENTIRE list with your spouse/fiance and talk about which ar