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What years of marriage are the hardest?

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While every marriage is different, all marriages will have ups and downs. It is common for newlyweds to get caught up in the excitement of their romance while in the honeymoon stage and assume things will stay the same throughout their marriage. Once that phase is over and reality sets in, that's when the challenges set in. It is usually after a year or two of marriage. Many marriage counselors suggest that knowing about these tough years before can help couples navigate through the challenges that come their way. So, which are the hardest years of marriage?

The first year of marriage

This year can be challenging as it serves as your transition year. Some couples who have lived together for some time before marriage may find this year easy as they are well-adjusted to this living situation. However, there is still a considerable difference in the degree of commitment marriage brings into the relationship. Yes, you may still be in the honeymoon stage, but after 10 or 11 months of being together, the reality of married life confronts you. You must work out issues involving finances, your careers, shared engagements, etc. Taking care of the home and your other living expenses, such as food and utility bills, and managing a life-work balance can be some of the issues you will face together as a couple. Moreover, the year (and months) leading up to the wedding is usually the most stressful. Planning for weddings gets in the way of your daily life. There is also a "post-wedding anti-climax," where the two of you have been working hard for your big day, and then you have to plan your honeymoon. And just a few weeks after that, you have to return to your regular life. If you haven't bought a home or apartment yet, this point in your marriage is when you start to think about that. House or apartment hunting is a stressful activity for any couple. You should consider saving up for your down payment and finding a mortgage loan provider. You also have to juggle your other living expenses, while saving up for your home as a married couple. Improving your credit score becomes an issue, as it will have an impact on whether or not you can afford to buy a home or qualify for a home loan.

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Okay, here's the big list of red flags. He's constantly negging you. ... He gives you backhanded compliments. ... He leaves passive aggressive sticky notes around the house instead of talking to you. He doesn't like when you say no to sex. ... He wants to be “officially dating” right away. ... Your friends don't like him. More items... •

Use this list to see how many red flags your partner has.

Less than ten? Don’t worry about it. They’re probably not a serial killer.

More than ten?

Run for the hills.

(While this article uses the pronouns he/him these red flags can be applied to anybody regardless of gender. Also, this article is written somewhat tongue-in-cheek. Don’t treat this as serious relationship advice.)

Okay, here’s the big list of red flags.

1. He’s constantly negging you. His need to feel superior is derived from the fact that deep down inside, he kinda sucks. 2. He gives you backhanded compliments. “You make such an ugly dress look great!” 3. He leaves passive aggressive sticky notes around the house instead of talking to you. 4. He doesn’t like when you say no to sex. Consent is always important and can be revoked at any time.

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