10 Secrets to a Happy Marriage

1. Avoid nagging: This is the age old NO-NO. A marriage can never be on smooth tracks if either of you is in the habit of nagging. If an important issue has to be dealt with, it can be done firmly without repeating and re-repeating.
    
2. Avoid arguments on in-laws: This is definitely a very sensitive topic. Always steer clear if you want peace to prevail. Each partner is always on the defensive where his/her relatives are concerned. So, why tread on thin ice?
    
3. Give gifts: There's no better 'bribe' than a gift. Be it, fights, love statements, thank you, birthday, anniversary, Valentine Day, etc there's a gift for every occasion.

4. Show your pleasure / appreciation when given gifts: Remember to thank the person on receiving the gift. Think of all the time and effort taken in having gone out and purchased that gift. There may be times when you do not think highly of the gift, but please even if you have to fake it - show your appreciation. It'll actually bring a smile on the person's face.
    
5. Avoid detailed questioning about work, business etc: Be there for your partner if s/he needs you, but don't add on to the pressure.
    
6. Try and identify stressful phases: Make yourself available to your partner at such times.
    
7. Prepare favourite dishes on and off: A good meal can bring anyone in a great mood. And, while the way to his heart may be through his stomach... she is no different!
    
8. In an argument check your temper: Things said in anger leave an indelible impression. Even if you regret your words later, you can't take them back. So, think twice before you say something.
    
9. Let there be a balance between give and take: It's all about reciprocity. You give some, you get some. If either of you is a giver or a taker only, the balance will be lost.
    
10. Take holidays: Take a break from work and go for a holiday to spend some time together, away from the daily rigmarole. It will rejuvenate your relationship, trust us!