The C.R.A.F.T.S of Love
Some thoughts on what makes a successful marriage and relationship.
A craft is defined as an art, skill, trade or occupation requiring special excellence that is acquired with knowledge and practice. It is also a verb…make something with skill. Love is the topic. And love can be made with skill and careful attention to detail.
Communication How many times have we heard that communication is the key to all great relationships? Healthy communication about all important matters is a must. The other aspects of love will be influenced by communication. And that’s not just talking; it’s listening as well. It is taking in what your partner is saying and applying it to everyday life. Listen to each other.
Respect Respect is crucial. It is needed to enhance communication. It is amazing how couples will speak to each other when there is a lack of respect. Personally, I have to have respect for the man in my life. The man is the head of the household, and I cannot recognize that position if there is no respect. It is a sense of worth or excellence in him. If I don’t feel that then I won’t be able to share my all with him.
Adoration Seems silly to say when talking about love and relationships, but a genuine like for each other is necessary. Have concern for each other; comfort each other. Care for each other. It is devoted love for each other. It is evident when your lover walks in the door, and your smile is instinctive. It is massaging his sore hamstring after a pickup game of basketball. It is having dinner plans laid out before she gets home from work. Adoration is a verb that shows you care for your lover. Adore each other.
Friendship There is a Greek phrase that simply says “Friendship is essential to the soul.” Enough said? Well, I’ll just say this, and keep in mind this is my opinion…treat your partner better than you treat your friends. If you bend over backwards for your friends and never say no to their requests, then bend over backwards with a back flip ending in a split for you mate! Never give the impression that you care more about your friends than your lover who should be your best friend.
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