If you're climbing the corporate ladder or are an entrepreneur, chances are you have a mentor. This is someone who is where you want to be and has been where you are. Your mentor can be either within the company or in your industry. He/she has wisdom and chooses to share it with you to better navigate the highs and lows of your career or business.
A mentor couple does the exact same thing. They are a couple in your family, religious community or neighborhood. They've been married significantly longer than you. They're where you want to be and have been where you are. They don't have a "perfect relationship", but it's pretty damn good. They've had their highs and lows as a couple and know how to navigate the lows to come out on the other side stronger. They have wisdom and are willing to share it with you and your spouse.
Think of all the couples you know. Whose marriage do you look up to? Who can you learn from? Engage them in the same way you would your business mentor. Trust me when I say they will be more than willing to talk about themselves and how they've made their marriage work. After all, it's a huge compliment and ego boost to hear "we think you're doing an excellent job in your marriage; can you share some of your secrets with us?"
No need to worry about "airing your dirty laundry". You can share as much or as little as you want. Think of it as a learning opportunity - just one more way to add success tools to your "marriage toolbox."
BTW - You can watch the entire recorded stream of Ignite Raleigh here. The start of my presentation is at 1:26:00.
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