As we assist in bringing your dream wedding to life 🎉, we're equally committed to helping foster your dream marriage 💐. These seven key questions will help spotlight the essence of your ideal union, focusing on how to evolve that deep bond between you and your partner❤️. There are no wrong answers—only insights into the values and practices vital for a lasting, and blissfully joyful marriage 💑

*Please note - This quiz is only effective with honest answers.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Partner's Name*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Email*

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Address (complete to receive your gift card in the mail)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Before Taking The Quiz

Please answer the following regarding Wedding Venues

1. Where are you on your wedding journey?*

Just starting to look for a venueHave a few venues in mindActively Looking for a venueReady to choose a venue

2. What are you looking for the venue to host?*

WeddingReceptionBoth

3. How soon are you looking to secure a venue?*

ASAPWithin the next monthStill deciding on a date

4. How many guests are you anticipating?*

Enter Number of Guests

5. Do you have a set date in mind?*

YesNo

Enter the Date you have in mind

Date

The 7-Question Marriage Readiness Quiz

Complete the questions below to discover your communication category.

1. Do you and your partner know each other's love language?*

YesNo

2. Do you and your partner practice showing each other love by your love languages?*

YesNo

3. Do you and your partner share similar values?*

YesNo

4. Do you and your partner practice healthy conflict resolution?*

YesNoNot sure what that is

5. When speaking to each do you both practice listening for comprehension and ask questions to confirm? Or do you assume you know the other's intent?*

Listen for comprehension & ConfirmMostly Assume

6. Have you discussed with your partner marital standards, mutual rules, and boundaries?*

YesNo

7. Have you discussed with your partner marital standards, mutual rules, and boundaries?*

YesNo

Communication Category

Fully Aligned Couple

Fully Aligned Couples would answer "Yes" to most questions (1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7) and "Listen for comprehension & confirm" to question 5. This group already practices strong communication, shared values, and mutual respect, which are crucial for a lasting marriage.

Aligned Questions:

All except for a specific focus on question 5 - These questions affirm your strengths and encourage continued growth in your relationship. You are encouraged to maintain your course on your current communication practices and explore deeper levels of understanding and connection.

These questions affirm their strengths and encourage continued growth in their relationship. They're encouraged to maintain their practices and explore deeper levels of understanding and connection.

Insights and Actions:

Maintain Open Communication: Continue to deepen your understanding of each other's love languages and practice showing love accordingly.

Enhance Conflict Resolution Skills: Keep refining your approach to conflict resolution, ensuring it's healthy and constructive.

Revisit Standards and Boundaries: Regularly revisit your discussions on marital standards and boundaries to ensure they evolve with your relationship.

As You Start Your Happily Ever After

Congratulations on establishing a strong foundation in your relationship. Your dedication to understanding and practicing each other's love languages, your shared values, and effective communication and conflict resolution signifies a deep, resilient bond. Continue to nurture this connection with open dialogue and mutual respect. Remember, the journey of growth and alignment is ongoing. Cherish each moment and continue to build on your strengths together.

Communication Category

Developing Communication Couple

Developing Communication Couples might find they have room to grow in areas related to conflict resolution and communication, specifically in practicing healthy conflict resolution and ensuring they listen for comprehension rather than assuming.

Most Aligned Questions:

Questions 4 and 5 - The questions highlight the importance of active listening, asking questions for clarity, and learning healthy conflict resolution. This feedback encourages them to invest time in developing these skills, which are vital for navigating challenges in marriage.

Insights and Actions:

Focus on Active Listening: Make a concerted effort to listen for comprehension and ask questions for clarification to avoid misunderstandings.

Learn Healthy Conflict Resolution: Seek resources or guidance to understand and implement healthy conflict resolution strategies.

Build on Your Foundation: Leverage your shared love languages and values as a foundation to enhance your communication and conflict resolution skills.

As You Start Your Happily Ever After

You are on a promising path toward strengthening your relationship through improved communication and conflict resolution. Recognizing areas for growth is the first step to building a deeper, more meaningful connection. Continue to focus on active listening and learning healthy ways to navigate disagreements. With each step forward, you're laying down the bricks of a solid foundation that will support your relationship for years to come.

Communication Category

Aligned but Boundary-Setting Couple

Aligned but Boundary-Setting Couples would say "Yes" to understanding and practicing love languages (1, 2), having similar values (3), and practicing healthy conflict resolution (4), but "No" to having discussed marital standards, and mutual rules, and boundaries (6, 7). They are aligned in their emotional connection and communication but need to focus on setting clear boundaries and standards to avoid future conflicts.

Aligned Questions:

Questions 6 and 7 - These questions are pivotal for this group, as they may not have fully discussed or established marital standards, mutual rules, and boundaries.

Insights and Actions:

Initiate Conversations on Boundaries: It's crucial to have open discussions about your expectations, standards, and boundaries within the marriage.

Establish Mutual Rules: Work together to create rules and boundaries that respect both partners' needs and preferences.

Review and Adjust as Needed: Understand that these discussions are ongoing and should be revisited to reflect changes in your relationship or individual needs.

As You Start Your Happily Ever After

Your alignment on many aspects of your relationship is commendable, and focusing on setting clear boundaries and mutual standards will only enhance this connection. Open and honest discussions about your expectations and needs will foster a deeper understanding and respect between you. This process of boundary-setting is a journey of mutual growth, enhancing the trust and commitment you share. Embrace it as an opportunity to further solidify your bond.

Communication Category

Emerging Awareness Couple

Emerging Awareness Couples might answer "No" or "Not sure what that is" to several questions, indicating areas where they have not yet fully engaged in deep conversations or practices. This includes not knowing each other's love languages, not practicing showing love in those languages, or not having discussed values, conflict resolution, or boundaries extensively.

Aligned Questions:

Primarily Questions 1, 2, 4, and possibly 5: These couples may not yet have explored their love languages, fully examined how to express love in ways that resonate with each partner, or developed strategies for healthy conflict resolution. They might also struggle with communication, often assuming instead of actively listening and confirming.

Insights and Actions:

Discover Each Other's Love Languages: Take time to learn and understand each other's love languages to strengthen your bond.

Practice Expressing Love: Actively show love in ways that match your partner's love language.

Develop Conflict Resolution Skills: Focus on learning and practicing healthy conflict resolution techniques.

Improve Communication: Work on listening for comprehension, asking clarifying questions, and avoiding assumptions to enhance your communication.

As You Start Your Happily Ever After

Your journey together is at a stage ripe with potential for growth and deepening bonds. By exploring each other's love languages, and values, and practicing effective communication and conflict resolution, you'll build a stronger, more resilient relationship. Each conversation and shared experience is a step toward understanding each other more fully. Embrace this phase with open hearts and minds, and look forward to the beautiful, strong marriage you are building together.

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