
3 Marriage Models We Need to Rethink
We’ve all read those articles, “50 Ways to Make Your Husband/Wife Happy”, “7 Ways to a Great Marriage”, “11 Ways to Survive…
from MuslimMatters14 min read
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Premarital preparation, a simple nikah and settling into married life.

We’ve all read those articles, “50 Ways to Make Your Husband/Wife Happy”, “7 Ways to a Great Marriage”, “11 Ways to Survive…
from MuslimMatters14 min read

An essay arguing that marriage is an act of worship with a purpose, and that social media and material priorities are pulling…
from The Muslim Vibe2 min read

A short reflection on why choosing a spouse deserves serious preparation, prayer, family input and honest thinking about priorities and compromise.
from Nikah Forever2 min read

A psychologist outlines six common stages many marriages pass through, from early devotion to a more mature acceptance, and why change is…
from Forbes2 min read

A practical checklist of everyday habits that help couples communicate, handle disagreements respectfully and keep their bond strong over the long term.
from Better Health Channel (Victoria State Government)2 min read

Ten small, concrete habits, from curiosity and gratitude to screen-free time, that help spouses keep investing in their marriage after the wedding.
from MuslimMatters2 min read

Lessons from a podcast conversation with a father of four on recognising the mental load, talking about it calmly and supporting each…
from My Love Thinks2 min read

Dr. John Gottman explains why high but realistic standards lead to better relationships, and what a good-enough marriage looks like.
from The Gottman Institute2 min read

Why single and engaged Muslims should seek marriage education before the wedding, and which areas of knowledge and skill matter most.
from Sound Vision2 min read

A couples therapist encourages engaged couples to put as much care into preparing for marriage as they do into planning the wedding.
from Love and Life Toolbox2 min read

Five aspirations for Muslim couples drawn from the Prophet's ﷺ married life: support, affection, help at home, restraint in anger and worship…
from NikahHalal2 min read

Why taking time to care for your own wellbeing can ease tension and help your relationship grow stronger.
from The Gottman Institute2 min read