*The Power of Acceptance in Marriage:* *A Path to Lasting Love* *Garments for Each Other ©* *Post#1* "The most complete of the believers in faith are those with the best character. And the best of you are those who are best to their wives." (Tirmidhi) Many of us embark on the journey of marriage with hearts full of dreams, shaped by the ideals of love we see in movies and songs. We envision a perfect partner, a flawless relationship—but reality soon sets in. The small quirks, the daily frustrations, and the unnoticed habits begin to chip away at our expectations. The truth is, a strong marriage is not built on perfection, but on continuous growth and learning. The moment we fall into the trap of believing that our relationship is "perfect," we stop working on it—and that’s when cracks begin to form. Allah reminds us in the Qur’an: “Your spouses are a garment for you as you are for them.” (Quran, 2:187) Being a garment for the spouse is not meant to be effortless, but rather a journey of mutual understanding, respect, and, most importantly, acceptance. The First Principle: *Acceptance* Imagine the peace that fills your heart when you surrender to Qadr (divine decree). Acceptance in marriage is similar—it is the conscious choice to embrace your spouse for who they are, rather than who you want them to be. The energy spent on criticism and correction can instead be invested in nurturing and strengthening your bond. It’s natural to accept things beyond our control—a baby catching a cold , a sudden power outage, or the honking of traffic. Yet, when it comes to things we believe we can change, resistance creeps in. The quirks of our spouse, the small habits that irritate us, suddenly become monumental. When we first get married, everything feels perfect. The "honeymoon phase" is euphoric, and flaws seem insignificant. But as time goes on, small annoyances start to surface: 📍He always leaves his dirty socks on the settee 📍Why can't he be considerate enough to wipe the toilet seat 📍She never makes the bed . 📍I can hear his loud chewing again... 📍Why does she always get irritated and complain about everything? 📍Why can't she wear what I like ? These seemingly trivial issues, if left unchecked, become seeds of resentment. What begins as an eye-roll over a misplaced shoe can snowball into deep-seated frustration. I, too, have been there—my husband’s habit of leaving his shoes in the lounge has tested my patience more times than I can count. A simple misplaced pair of shoes can, in moments of built-up stress, become the reason for an argument that spirals into unrelated grievances. But here’s the hard truth: we allow these things to bother us. So, how do we move past these frustrations and truly embrace acceptance? To learn about how to embrace acceptance stay tuned for more...👍