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Younger Wonders

By Paul Michael, The Marriage Toolbox Magazine

What teens would do differently

Ask a teen, "Share something from your family experience that you didn't like. How would you do it differently?" and they might answer:

I didn't like . . . I would . . .
Betrayal of a spouse's trust. Be completely honest and trustworthy.
Not physically affectionate in public (not enough for me) Be more affectionate in public
When it comes to $ and how it's spent and who takes care of it. Would share it with my husband.
My dad takes orders from my mom, avoids arguments by just agreeing not discussing. Would give my opinion and communicate.
Yelling. I won't marry someone that has a temper.
My dad is never romantic- always forgets anniversary. My marriage would be affectionate and going out (from) time to time.
I don't like arguments. I would try to understand.
No forgiveness. Throw out past marriages.
(My) parents don't agree. Rules should be set.
How separate my parents are. I would create more of a partnership.
Getting married too young and before you knew you were ready. I won't marry until I know I will be happy.
Arguing. Try to talk out problems.
My parents fight and let the fight last for days. I would immediately work it out.
Jealousy-lack of communication. I would put the past behind and not bring it up and talk to my partner.
Selfishness Think of others and not just myself.
Get married too young-before you knew you were ready. I won't marry until I know I will be happy.
Disagreements about things that are an issue of belief. I will marry a Christian so we will have the same beliefs.
Constant arguments. Talk it out civilized.
They lost their friends and spend time only with each other and they never go out. I'd keep my friends.
Not spend time together. Spend more time together.
Hating each other and not getting over fights. I would forgive and work things out.
My parents never were willing to talk and forgive each other. I wouldn't have cheated in the first place.
Nothing. My parents have the perfect marriage.

Advice from children

Teens on marriage, children and divorce


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