New Age Indian Wedding Vows To Make Your Marriage Stronger

The most important ritual in an Indian wedding is the saat-vachan, or the seven vows that the bride and groom need to take to solemnize their wedding. These vows are eternal, the basis for a happy marriage, and the secret that keeps marriages together for as long as the husband and wife live. However, in modern times, priorities in life change and lifestyles undergo a complete metamorphosis. So, there is a need to revamp these vows and make them suitable to modern day couples.

Give each other space and respect each other’s individuality. In today’s world, where the woman of the house has as strong a voice as the man does, it is important to respect that space and let each grow independently.

• Chuck the “who’s the man of the home” philosophy out of the window. It does not work any more; more importantly, it does not matter who wears the pants because both partners are equal earning partners and should be partners in running the household as well.

• Listen to your spouse’s point of view and consider his/her suggestions seriously. Be open in discussing various aspects of life and take decisions together.

• Treat your partner like your best friend. Share your secrets, feelings, dreams, goals, fears and failures. Respect your partner’s feelings too and be his or her best friend.

These vows are eternal, the basis for a happy marriage, and the secret that keeps marriages together for as long as the husband and wife live.

• Don’t be suspicious about your partner. Don’t snoop; don’t check his or her phone behind their back, and don’t constantly keep checking on your spouse. If you have concerns, discuss them openly and sort the matter out.

• Don’t carry the emotional baggage of previous failed relationships into your marriage. More importantly, don’t probe your partner to know about their previous relationships.

• Be a friend of your partner’s friends. Try to fit into his or her social circle and accept it.