You think you’re doing pretty well: You got that promotion, you’re in a happy relationship, and life is pretty swell. But there’s always room for improvement, right?

Getting engaged is a big step in any relationship and can be the most enjoyable time or the most stressful time for the bride-to-be. Planning a wedding takes time and requires many decisions to be made with careful consideration and patience.

Friends are unquestionably a good thing. Friends are the spices in the recipe, the twigs on the tree of life, the Harry Winston accessories on the evening gown that is You – but of course they’re not all the same.

What are your must-haves and deal breakers in a relationship? Before getting married, it’s important to know your boundaries and who you are as an individual. After all, you can’t know if someone is good for you if you don’t know what you need.

While it’s true that every relationship could benefit from a little more effort from both partners, you may find your marriage is more awesome than you gave it credit for, which can be just the push you need to keep making positive changes.

Looking for the secret to the happily ever after with your spouse? There’s no such thing as a “perfect” marriage, but there are things you can do to get pretty close. The following tips can help you achieve a healthy marriage