Level up your marriage game like a true gentleman

By Raja Ezra

Wife acting a little...well, wifey sometimes? Ditch the dusty old "manage your woman" handbook, because here's how to level up your marriage game like a true gent (and have a blast doing it!).

1. Be Her Co-Pilot, Not Backseat Driver: Imagine your wife as your awesome partner-in-crime on the rollercoaster of life. When she's hittin' some turbulence, don't just white-knuckle it next to her. Grab a pillow for her head, maybe offer to take the wheel for a bit (by tackling that annoying chore she hates). Basically, be her wingman, not a passenger waiting for the ride to end.

2. Communication: Your Secret Weapon: Forget ultimatums and score-settling. Real talk is what keeps things flyin'. Listen up – not just with your ears, but with your whole brain. Ask questions, try to see things from her side. Remember, a happy wife is a beautiful thing, but a truly awesome marriage is about you both being happy. Bonus points for being the kind of listener who makes her feel like the only person in the room (besides maybe that cat you both adore).

3. "We" > "Me": Think "power couple" instead of lone wolves. Marriage is like a team sport, you gotta support each other. Instead of trying to "fix" her, brainstorm solutions together. Maybe there's a compromise you can both live with. Remember, you're on the same team, tackling life's curveballs together.