The Little Habits that Chip Away at Marriages
Perhaps each of you can work on improving the other's number one on the list. On a related note, nit-picking is another habit that can put strain on the relationship. Constantly being corrected is not fun, and it can chip away at your relationship. There is more than one right way to do things – if he's making an honest effort to help out by cleaning the bathroom, don't pick at his toilet-scrubbing method. Finally, avoid those little gestures of disrespect, like eye-rolling and interrupting. Manners still matter, even though you live together. Anything that belittles your partner or makes him feel less important than you needs to stop. Perhaps you don't realize you're doing it. A great way to stop is to ask him to call you out on it. It's humbling, but it also could save your marriage.