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for some length of time, the initial infatuation dissipated and they saw their husbands and wives sometimes at their worse behavior. Whether this other side of him or her leads to small or large conflicts, there will always be issues to deal with. In the end, the magical happiness they once anticipated from their married life is erased by the reality. The Lord Buddha gave us criteria for choosing the right person as a life partner. He or she should possess the following four qualities: 1) Understanding and confidence in the Law of Kamma 2) Observation of the Precepts 3) Willingness to help others 4) Wisdom to discern between good and bad These four qualities are essential in developing a solid foundation in one’s own life. Therefore one should seek them in one’s life partner, too. **Confronting an Adulterous Husband** In the book *Good Question Good Answer* Luang Phaw offers answers concerning family related problems, and he had this to say about dealing with an adulterous husband: There are two main factors that can lead a man to become adulterous. The Warm Hearted Family 201 The Womanizing and Alcoholic Husband