Matt’s 5 Marriage Mantras To Commit To

Mantras are powerful tools that, when consistently repeated, bring about lasting change by shaping our thoughts and actions. Matt shares five marriage mantras, each with valuable lessons and questions to deepen your commitment to a strong and fulfilling marriage.

1. Lesson Learned: Fairy Tales Are Created

Mantra: “Happily ever after is not a fairy tale. It’s a choice.”

Questions:

What story am I writing for my marriage?

2. Lesson Learned: Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Mantra: “You can preach a better sermon with your life than with your lips.”

Questions:

What actions am I taking in my marriage?

What actions would be more valuable than my lectures?

3. Lesson Learned: Appreciation Trumps Expectation

Mantra: “Trade your expectation for appreciation, and the world changes instantly.” - Tony Robbins

Questions:

What expectations could be better managed by appreciating what is happening in my life?

4. Lesson Learned: One Person Can Change A Marriage

Mantra: “Conflict cannot survive without your participation.” - Wayne Dyer

Questions:

What can I do to avoid getting sucked into conflicts in our marriage?

5. Lesson Learned: Soul Mates Aren’t Found...They’re Forged

Mantra: “Success in marriage does not come merely through finding the right mate, but through being the right mate.” - Barnett R. Brickner

Questions:

What am I becoming as a person in my marriage?

What do I truly want to become because of my marriage?

Committing to these mantras involves more than mere repetition; it requires thoughtful reflection and intentional action. By incorporating these lessons and questions into your daily life, you pave the way for a marriage that is not only strong but continuously evolving into a source of joy, growth, and lasting love.