Sure, your spouse’s parents aren’t monsters-in-law, but they could give the current titleholders a run for their money. Nevertheless, these are the parents of the person you’ve married and for that reason alone, you owe it to your spouse and your children – or future offspring – to do your best to get along with them.

Spend as Much Time with Them as You Can

Arguments are an integral form of communication. If you look back in history, some of the greatest ideas had been born from arguments and some of the most passionate marriages we know involved partners with contrasting personalities and a penchant for spirited debate. Arguments can be considered even as a sign of a healthy marriage; when married couples argue, it’s often out of concern for each other. But anger can make you blind to the good intentions of your partner.

Many sexless marriage woes could have been prevented right at the start if only both partners had taken the time to communicate with each other effectively. Prevent your marriage from traveling the same road with the tips below.

Remember that communication is a two-way street.