Marriage Vows: The Key to Happiness by Dr. Randy Carney

Marriage Vows: The Key to Happiness by Dr. Randy Carney

(Originally published at GoArticles.com)

Could something as simple as mere words be the key to true happiness? Yes, and No. Yes, if the words express something deeper. No, if the words are only mouthed. Marriage vows that indicate true commitment can be the key to true happiness.

Is romantic love important? Of course. Is respect important? Of course. Is time spent together important? Yes. Is sharing important? Very important. Marriage vows that express true commitment bring true happiness. In fact, some would say that love is spelled c-o-m-m-i-t-m-e-n-t!

Vows that a couple write, if they choose to do, so should not be done in order to get away from the lasting commitment expressed in traditional marriage vows. Statements like "for as long as you both shall love," do not bring much security to a marriage partner.

When you have a marriage vow that expresses a lifetime commitment, and one that expresses the idea of giving all of your possessions to your partner, happiness comes when those vows are carried out. Pay attention to what you are going to say when you get married. If the vows express true commitment, then happiness will be yours, and your spouse's. However, this only comes about when both of you strive to carry out those vows with all of your heart.
(Copyright 2008 by Randy Carney)

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About the Author
Dr. Randy Carney has worked with married couples for years. Committing to each other seems to be a major hurdle that, if overcome, brings success in any marriage. Did you find those major steps to commitment useful? You can learn a lot more about how further secrets to marital bliss can help you here: Secrets of Marital Bliss.