The 3 Day Rule

Insights:

The 3 Day Rule Stops Money Problems Before They Start 

Money issues can eat away at a marriage. Money is definitely up there on the list of things couples fight about the most. One thing I see a lot of couples run into is how and when to make major purchases. 

Something I learned in the early years of my marriage that has served us, our finances, and our marriage well is the 3 day rule. Before we make a major money decision we discuss it and decide together and then sit on the idea, amount, and plan for spending that money for 3 full days before we make a final decision together. You’d be surprised how much your mind can change in 3 days!

Using the 3 day rule allows you more mental space to discern what’s best for you and your spouse. We are all naturally a little fickle and what we think we want or need one day can change the next. Having patience and giving it your sincere thought before making a major money choice is just plain wise and helps build patience. You will feel better about the money you do spend if you take more time to make a decision. 


Next Steps For You:

  • How can the 3 day rule benefit your marriage?

  • Implement the 3 day rule in your marriage and give it a test run the next time a buying opportunity is in front of you.

2 Minute Drill

Debra Fileta shares how to heal a shameful mindset. This was a great interview. 

Quick Hits

This Week’s Quote:  Barbara Bush

Barbaran Bush was born on June 8, 1925 in New York City. When she was 16, Barbara met George H.W. Bush. The two married in 1945, and she served as First Lady from 1989-1993. 

  • You may think the president is all-powerful, but he is not. He needs a lot of guidance from the Lord.

  • Never lose sight of the fact that the most important yardstick of your success will be how you treat other people - your family, friends, and coworkers, and even strangers you meet along the way.

This Week’s Trivia Question: Snacks

  • Which famous product was originally marketed as the “Esteemed Brain Tonic and Intellectual Beverage”?

Did You Know?  

  • In 1963, major league baseball pitcher Gaylord Perry remarked, "They'll put a man on the moon before I hit a home run." On July 20, 1969, an hour after Neil Armstrong set foot on the surface of the moon, Perry hit his first, and only, home run while playing for the San Francisco Giants.

Something To Talk About:

  • Would you rather have to hunt for everything you eat or eat only McDonald's for every meal?

Awesome Marriage This week

This Week’s Trivia Answer:

  • Coca Cola

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