Marriages essentially end in either death or divorce, making the value of a relationship defined by the time spent loving one another in between.

“Look, all marriages end. They end in death or divorce. So, what happens in between is what's mattered. Was it lovely to be loved and was it lovely to have someone to love? I wish people could hold on to that.”

Marriage must be built on trust and a mutual commitment to intimacy and communication, as the current state-contracted institution can be devastatingly exploited.

“I believe in marriage but the institution now the way it's set up it's just it's it's a fool's errand”

A husband should have the right to expect his wife to meet certain high standards and perform specific tasks in the home.

“I do have high expectations and high standards and I expect them to be met”

A wife should be appreciated for her efforts rather than constantly criticized by her husband for perceived failures.

“I feel like if I make a 30% Improvement he then pushes for the other 70 right away and so sometimes I do just put up a wall”

Certain habits, such as improper toilet paper handling, can severely damage a marriage.

“And I mean these were the things that like these are the things that can really ruin marriages.”

Matt Howard believes it is crucial for parents to put their spouse above their children to maintain a happy, healthy relationship.

“Now I'm like fighting myself to not love my kids more than you because it's like it's so important that I love you and put you above our children because that's like the key to a happy healthy relationship.”