Marriage Maintenance When Money Is Tight

Chronic unemployment can put marriage vows to the test. With less money coming in, many families have been forced to cut back, borrow money and drain their savings. The stress takes its toll on couples, causing many to seek counseling. There are steps couples can take to help them get through their financial crisis. First of all, take control. Acknowledge that you’re under stress, and make a list of immediate and possible financial threats. Decide what can be controlled, what can be managed, and what should be monitored. Next, share responsibility by sitting down together to create an emergency budget to get you through the hard times together.

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