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5 Tips to Be a ‘Catcher’ Not a ‘Chaser’

Last updated on: December 7, 2017 at 2:07 pm   by Married And Young

5 Tips to Be a ‘Catcher’ Not a ‘Chaser’ 2017-12-07T14:07:23+00:00 Married And Young

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Be present.

When you’re with the person you’re considering as a spouse, where is your mind? Are you thinking about the people/things around you? Are you on your phone? This person shouldn’t have to compete for your attention when you’re with them. It creates tension, and also can make you miss out on moments with him/her that build a foundation for a healthy relationship.

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