What Makes a Happy, Successful Marriage? 9 Psychological Factors
There are several factors that play a vital role in making marriages successful or unsuccessful. Psychologists have conducted studies to narrow down the essential factors that contribute to a successful marriage. Dr. Judith S. Wallerstein, PhD, gathered 50 couples who had been happily married for at least 9 years and had children together and conducted separate and joint interviews.
Wallerstein also conducted follow-up interviews after 2 years and concluded that there are 9 psychological factors, which she refers to as pillars, on which happy marriages rest.
There are several factors that play a vital role in making marriages successful or unsuccessful. Psychologists have conducted studies to narrow down the essential factors that contribute to a successful marriage. Dr. Judith S. Wallerstein, PhD, gathered 50 couples who had been happily married for at least 9 years and had children together and conducted separate and joint interviews.
Wallerstein also conducted follow-up interviews after 2 years and concluded that there are 9 psychological factors, which she refers to as pillars, on which happy marriages rest.
Here they are:
1. Separation of emotions from one’s childhood
It’s important to detach yourself from your childhood family to build strong connections with your adult family. This does not mean estrangement, maintain and balance the relationships with both families and forge a separate identity from your siblings and parents.
