This phrase will not only help make your marriage last a lifetime but keep it shiny and amazing. Because it’s not just your husband hearing these words coming out of your mouth that makes them powerful, although that’s certainly part of it—he will respond to you better.
This phrase will also change your heart. It does double duty that way, which is why I consider it the most powerful Intimacy Skill of all.
The phrase I’m referring to is: “Thank you. I’m so happy you…,” followed by something he did that was thoughtful or lightened your load or made you feel good.
I’ll break that phrase down in a minute because there’s actually a lot there, but if you’re thinking, that’s just saying thank you, or expressing gratitude, you’re right!
But there’s a little more to it, so let’s get into that.
