SPOUSE-TRAP Over 200 Questions to Ask Before Saying "I do"

Irfan Alli

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IN SPOUSE-TRAP YOU WILL LEARN:

- What marriage should do for you

- Four things to look for in a spouse

- How to make marriage last

- How to clarify what you want

- Questions to ask on day to day living

- Questions to ask on hygiene and health

- Questions to ask on attitude and character

- What you need to find out about your in-laws

- Questions to ask on beliefs and religion

- What you need to find out about your fiance's friends

- About discussions you need to have on money

- About discussions you need to have on children

- About discussions you need to have on living arrangements

- What an ideal spouse should be like

Over 200 Questions to Ask Before Saying "I do"

Sujets

• Santé et bien-être
• Bien-être émotionnel
• Bien-être émotionnel
• Bien-être
• Bien-être
• Bien-être
• Bien-être
• Happiness
• Self-help
• Personal Growth

Informations

• Publié par: eBookIt.com
• Date de parution: 10 juillet 2011
• Nombre de lectures: 1
• EAN13: 9781456604226
• Langue: English

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SPOUSE-TRAP
Over 200 Questions to Ask Before Saying “I do”
 
 
by
Irfan Alli
 
 


Copyright © 2011 by Irfan Alli
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CONTACT: Irfan Alli can be reached at [e-mail]
 
 
Published in eBook format by eBookIt.com
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ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-0422-6
 
 
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IN SPOUSE-TRAP YOU WILL LEARN:
 
• What marriage should do for you
 
• Four things to look for in a spouse
 
• How to make your marriage last
 
• How to clarify what you want
 
• Questions to ask on day to day living
 
• Questions to ask on hygiene and health
 
• Questions to ask on attitude and character
 
• What you need to find out about your in-laws
 
• Questions to ask on beliefs and religion
 
• What you need to find out about your fiancé’s friends
 
• About discussions you need to have on money
 
• About discussions you need to have on children
 
• About discussions you need to have on living arrangements
 
• What an ideal spouse should be like
 
Over 200 Questions to Ask Before Saying “I do”
 


IRFAN ALLI was the production manager of the Canadian branch of an international engineering company for over twenty-five years and now works as a property manager.
 
While pursuing his professional career, he spent the last three decades in community development in the areas of leadership, education, social work and publications.
 
His volunteer and professional work has taken him all across Canada, to U.S.A., Brazil, Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, Guyana, Pakistan and India, Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
 
He has been married to his wife for more than thirty years and is the father of three girls, and a boy. His three daughters are married and he has a growing number of grand children. Irfan and his family live in Toronto, Canada.
 
In this book Irfan shares knowledge from his varied background and experiences to help you ensure your fiancé will make a great spouse.
 


 
Dedicated to my wife Rukhsana Khan with whom I have shared
over thirty wonderful years, and still counting.
 
 
INTRODUCTION
 
For June 13, 1998 David Weinlick booked a spot at the Mall of America for a wedding and said “I do” to a woman whom he’d never met, but whom his friends had chosen out of dozens of applicants and interviewed extensively. On Oprah’s last season she interviewed the Weinlicks to see if they were still married, after twelve years. Not only were they married, but they were happily married with four children.
 
Nobody’s suggesting you marry someone you’ve never seen, but the idea of asking your prospective spouse extensive questions before saying “I do” is a good idea and increases your chance at a successful marriage.
 
Marriage is supposed to be a relationship that brings great happiness, fulfillment, and peace of mind. No one wants to be part of a dysfunctional relationship or family. Unfortunately a successful marriage seems hard to come by these days. Approximately 50 percent end in divorce. And among the couples who remain together many endure emotional, mental or physical abuse for the sake of children.
 
Spouse-Trap can help you choose someone who will bring you happiness and peace of mind. It’s the outcome of being married to the same woman for the last thirty years, as well as advising others on what to look for in a spouse. It’s a systematic approach, and the layout is easy to follow. I’ll show you how to peel away the facade that many people come into a relationship with, so you come to know the core of the person you are considering for marriage.
 
We live in a society where people find their spouse in different ways. Some meet their spouse through school, work, friends or relatives. Others use dating services or the internet. All of us want a successful marriage, but many decide with only their hearts. It’s better to go into marriage with both your heart and mind satisfied that the marriage will last. The approach outlined in this book takes a look at both. You will learn how to properly screen a person before pursuing a relationship. The book outlines a step by step approach to ensure they’ll make a good spouse. It tells you what issues you should raise before marriage, gives you questions to ask, and reminds you that when you marry a person, you will be involved in all of their life including their family and friends.
 
If you go into marriage with your “eyes open” and your mind engaged, you stand a better chance of having a successful marriage. Doing so can also reduce the possibility of being emotionally or physically abused by your spouse. Investing time upfront to find out all you can about your fiancé and how they think, will save you grief later. By following the discussions, doing the exercises, making notes to yourself, and asking the questions raised in this book, you’ll be able to confidently decide to marry or walk away from a proposal.
 
Remember, marriage is the greatest investment in time, energy, money and emotions you will make. Ensure it will last. Here’s hoping you find a spouse who is trustworthy, and brings great joy and happiness to your life!
 
CHAPTER 1
WHAT SHOULD MARRIAGE DO FOR YOU?
 
Before discussing what to look for in Mr./Ms. Right it is important that you know what a good marriage does, and what you want marriage to bring you. Start by listing ten things you hope marriage will do for you.
 
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Keeping the above expectations in mind, let me share some ways in which marriage has benefited me as well as others who have confided in me.
 
Greater purpose and meaning to life:
For those who live alone, the world can be a lonely place. Such people often wonder what they accomplished at the end of their life. A successful marriage, with a spouse and children to share the journey, has a way of giving life greater meaning and a deeper purpose. In the process it increases your sense of responsibility and can motivate you to make greater efforts to improve yourself in all areas of your life. Will the marriage you are considering give greater purpose and meaning to your life?
 
Peace of mind and happiness:
If you’re fortunate to have a good mate your happiness and peace of mind increases. In seeking a spouse, this must be one of your objectives. Don’t ever marry someone you have trouble trusting, or you think might one day cheat on you. To get married and be more miserable is a step back in the journey of life.
 
Personal growth:
With the support of a spouse you have the chance to further grow as a person. If both spouses grow in the partnership, it becomes a wonderful experience. Ask yourself if the person you are considering for marriage is the right person to make this happen. Here are some examples of the kinds of growth I am referring to.
 
Intimacy and affection: Intimacy with a spouse brings out aspects of your personality you might not know you have. To be able to say “I love you,” “You mean a lot to me,” “I really appreciate what you did for me today,” contributes to you being more human and humane.
 
Spiritual growth: If you and your wife belong to the same religion and share the same beliefs and values, marriage can help to strengthen your faith and practice. If you are weak in practicing certain aspects of your faith, often a spouse can help you correct deficiencies. If you have doubts or questions on certain areas of your religion, by debating and researching together, it can make your spiritual search and growth easier.
 
Career opportunities: I know of several couples where one person worked to support the family while the other completed their studies. Another way this works is when making career changes. In my own case when I married my wife she was in biochemistry. Once we had kids we made the decision that she would stay home with them, as we believe at least one parent, either the father or the mother, should always be there for the kids. With whatever free time my wife could find (as two of our kids are twins) she pursued her dream of becoming a children’s writer. I took care of the kids in the evenings and on weekends, so she could attend the courses, seminars and conferences. I am happy to say she is now a successful author.
 
New experiences: If you are as fortunate as I am you could end up marrying someone from another culture, and from the other side of the world. This opens up a world of learning and experiences. New food, a different language, and opportunities for travel. But this might not be for everyone, as some can only be functional within their own culture and ethnicity. Decide what is best for you.
 
Financial security: Depending on your circumstances, living alone can be expensive. Living as a married couple makes economic sense and protects the security of both individuals. It makes economic and practical sense because it is a combining of resources, at the same time avoiding a duplication of expenses. It also minimizes financial worry. For example, if one spouse becomes sick or loses a job there is at least some income still coming in.
 
More free time: By sharing the workload, it is quite possible for both spouses to have personal time. Even though we have four kids, both me and my wife find time to write, do volunteer work, travel, and engage in personal development. Ensure the person you are considering for marriage will be a good team player, and will cater to the needs of the whole family.
 
Acceptance for who you are:
No one is perfect. When someone agrees to marry you, they must agree to marry you for your strengths and be willing to accommodate your weakness