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Part One: Family Life rules for self-discipline (discussed later), and being diligent with meditation. All taken together, they will help us learn to share, improve our morality in speech and action, and clear our mind. With a clear mind we will open the doorway to wisdom which will show us the way to appropriate action. Amazing, no?! JIn order to keep a marriage alive and healthy, we should thoroughly know the specific responsibilities that each partner shares. There are also, of course, general responsibilities of partners: 1. Thoughtfulness and Appreciation: Both partners should openly respect each other; praise and compassion should be given to allow for open communication. Giving each other their own space is needed in all relationships, as well. 2. Equality: Both partners should regard one another as equals and consult one another on important financial matters. 3. Faithfulness: Both partners should have the integrity to be faithful to the other. 4. Authority: Trust that both can make good decisions. 5. Leadership: Both should know how to take care of the home, business, and any problem that may arise in the family although, on occasion, we may assign roles to one another. 6. Frugality: Neither should squander money nor spend it frivolously. 7. Diligence: Work hard on maintaining the relationship. Family Day By Day 36 Keeping the Family Alive