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Good marriage good for womens health
Here is a good article that shows from studies, strong links between good health and a happy marriage. And it links bad marriages with poor health.
Here is the link: http://straitstimes.asia1.com.sg/mnt/html/women/health30.html
So how do you have a good marriage so you can have good health?
First we use common sense to see why someone in a bad marriage would have bad health. Common sense tells us that if someone is having a bad marriage, they will be depressed and will not feel like taking care of themselves. They may end up staying up late arguing, they may feel depressed and over eat, and they may not feel like exercising.
So while we know that proper diet, exercise and plenty of sleep, bring good health, the real question is, "How can I have a good marriage so that I will feel motivated to diet, exercise and get plenty of sleep?"
The key to a happy marriage is managing expectations. Unhappy people are usually unhappy because someone did not live up to what they expected of them.
A good relationship with God can help you manage your expectations of others. Understanding your purpose here on earth comes from knowing God. Here is a link to introduce you to knowing God: www.billygraham.org/believe/stepsToPeace.asp
Once you understand that we live in a fallen world with imperfect people and that God wants each of us to minister to those around us to help them come to know Him and to help them grow spiritually to where God can use them to further His kingdom here on earth.
Jesus said, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." Matthew 5:9
Jesus taught His disciples to forget about material possessions and give all that up and follow him. If the disciples were happy doing that, how much more can we be happy living in nice homes and having spouses that meet at least some of our needs and all the other blessings God has given us.
Lowering your expectations from your spouse, studying God's word and talking to God often, thanking him for all his blessings and serving your spouse and family by giving them unconditional love and forgiveness they way God loves us, can make a very happy marriage.
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