6 Rules for a Happier Relationship: Lessons from Experts

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Strong relationships don’t happen by chance — they’re built with intention, structure, and trust. After 23 years of marriage, Brian Page — a husband, parent, and founder of Modern Husbands — shares the six core rules that have brought lasting happiness and balance to his partnership.

1. Divide Tasks by Skills, Not Gender

Forget old stereotypes. Page and his spouse assign responsibilities based on skill, passion, and family needs. He manages finances due to his expertise, cooks because he enjoys it, and together they build systems reflecting their unique goals — not social expectations.

2. Support Each Other’s Career Goals

Happy couples trade off the role of “gardener” (supportive, maintaining the home) and “rose” (the one actively pursuing big career milestones). By deliberately sharing who leads at work versus at home, resentment is avoided and dreams are realized as a team.

3. Hold Family ‘Business Meetings’

Regular, structured check-ins transform chaos into cooperation. Page recommends weekly “business meetings” for couples — discussing schedules, money, and responsibilities calmly and proactively. Even better, use annual retreats to reset goals and…