The Power of Thanks: Research Links Gratitude to Successful Marriages

A key ingredient to improving your marriage might be the simple sweetener called gratitude, according to researchers.

“We found that feeling appreciated and believing that your spouse values you directly influences how you feel about your marriage, how committed you are to it, and your belief that it will last,” said study co-author Ted Futris, an associate professor in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.

GNN-app-banner-ad-optThe study by the University of Georgia asked 468 married individuals questions about their financial well-being, their communication styles, and expressions of spousal gratitude.

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