Is the Current State of the Economy Affecting Your Relationship

The last few years have not been easy for anyone. It has especially been hard for couples who have lost just about everything except their sanity due to the downturn economy. It is imperative that whether you are single or a couple, you maintain the love and honor that was a part of your relationship prior to your current hardships. Although things are difficult at the moment, nothing lasts forever. Eventually, the ecnomy will bounce back, but your relationship will not if you fail to see your current hardships as wavering challenges. Most couples typically fight about money and it is a definite certainty that those fights do not cease during job loss, economic hardships, or other relationship challenges. However, it is my belief that if couples can agree to disagree on their finacial situations, relationship crinks can be smoothed out with much more ease and success than not. Before you fight with your significant other over job loss and financial difficulties, remember that you can replace a job easier than a dependable partner.
There are many ways that couples can approach the current economic instability. First, you have to see your current situation as another challenge in your life, and one that can potentially strengthen your connection with your partner if you can work together. Second, find a church or other positive place of gathering that both of you can attend at least once per week. Engagement in such gatherings do not cost anything, and can result in a renewed sense of looking at your daily and weekly challenges. Many people do not currently have a budget for weekly or monthly entertainment because of the changes in their economic status. Do not focus on what use to be, rather, focus on what you can do together in the now. Ruminating on your past economic status will not ease the burden of the current economic situation. Grow together as a couple with your challenges becoming a positive way to build a loving and dependable partnership. It does not hurt to cut back on what could be considered luxuries, so that your expenses for bills, etc., can be securely maintained without causing added stress to your relationship.
Third, stay focus on what you are trying to accomplish while you redo your budget to accommodate your new lifestyle. Try to stay positive by reading devotionals, daily motivational self-help books, or any instrument that will give you that extra push to start your day on a positive note.
Remember, even though money can buy things, it does not buy love. Do not convince yourself otherwise. I am not saying that one cannot be rich and happy, but I know that even rich and happy takes work. So, continue or start to compliment your partner, treat each other with love and respect, and maintain your strong bond while awaiting this tide to turn.