Is the relationship on the verge of breaking or has the love diminished? Follow these 5 golden rules for a happy married life

News India Live, Digital Desk: Marriage relationship is based on the foundation of trust, love and mutual understanding. But due to today’s busy life, office stress and lack of time, sometimes distance starts appearing between couples. We never know when small fights turn into big disputes. According to the report of Zee News, the secret of a happy married life is not hidden in expensive gifts, but in small everyday habits. If you also want to bring back the same old freshness and strength in your relationship, then these 5 simple rules can prove to be a game-changer for you. 1. There is no substitute for ‘quality time’ Distance in a relationship often comes when communication becomes less. Amidst the busyness of the day, take out at least 30 minutes of time when there is no mobile, laptop or TV between you. Listen to each other, discuss each other’s feelings instead of office problems. When you listen carefully to your partner, they feel ‘valued’, which deepens the relationship.2. Don’t be stingy in praising: After a few years of marriage, we often start taking the work done by our partner as ‘taken for granted’ (assuming that it is their duty). Be it cooking a delicious meal or performing some household responsibility, a small ‘thank you’ or a word of appreciation works like magic. Appreciating your partner boosts their confidence and keeps the feeling of love alive.3. Do not sacrifice ‘ego’ for fights. If two people live together, it is natural to have disagreements. But the specialty of happy couples is that they talk about the issue, not about the character of the partner. During the debate, do not bring up old issues and most importantly, do not hesitate to say ‘sorry’. Remember, staying together is more important than winning a relationship.4. Respect each other’s space. Love does not mean that you stick to each other 24 hours a day. Every person needs some personal time for his hobby, friends or himself. Encourage your partner to do what they like. When both partners are personally happy and satisfied, the relationship between them is more healthy and positive.5. Surprises and small happinessIt is not necessary that surprises should always be big or expensive. Sometimes bringing something of their choice without telling them, writing a lovely note or suddenly taking them out on a dinner date keeps the excitement in the relationship. These small efforts show that you still think about them and care about them.