© EDORA ASIA COACHING 2012 1 Fullerton Rd #02-01, One Fullerton, Singapore 049213, Tel: 68325001 Mobile: 81388530 Food for thought Some say that the middle years in a marriage are crucial In the early years, couples want each other In the late years, they need each other What do you think? Some say we marry three, not one, persons: 1. The person we think they are     So, be more realistic about our expectations (as many have      discovered)? 2. The person they are     So, be more accepting (within limits of course)? 3. The person who has become who they are after marrying us!     So, be more mindful of how we treat our partners?         Example: A wife who is normally soft spoken, mild tempered,     humble, respectful and accommodating became aggressive and     arrogant after her husband has been rude, belittling and verbally     abusive over the years  And he complains in counselling that his     wife has changed after marriage! What do you think?