1. Commitment is the glue of marriage. Insulate and protect your marriage against emotional infidelity by avoiding friendships with members of the opposite sex.
2. Minimal codependence is necessary in a great marriage. A husband and wife must need each other.
3. Spouses need clear, realistic goals and a specific plan of how to achieve a great marriage.
4. Acceptance of your spouse is about appreciating them, not settling.
5. Like any strong working partnership, marriage should have well-defined roles for each spouse.