What's Your Marriage Mission Statement?

Almost every organization has a mission statement. In that short statement you can get a sense of their core values, purpose and goals. It serves as a guide for every member of the organization as they make decisions for and act on its behalf. Below are the mission statements of a few well-known orgs.

Google: to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
Nike: to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
American Heart Association: Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

From those very short statements I know, without a doubt, what Google, Nike and AHA are all about. Now you might ask - "What does this have to do with my marriage?" EVERYTHING!


Have you and your spouse discussed what your core values, purpose and goals are as a couple? This is a critical part of setting a solid foundation for a healthy marriage. Most folks have a sense of what their individual values, purpose and goals are. And yes, those play a significant part in deciding what your mission is as a couple. However, the mission of the pair might not be the sum of the two individual missions.


This is no easy task. Nor is it set in stone. It can and should change. Revisit your mission statement regularly. Know what it is and be able to recite it. It's the statement that will guide you when making decisions on behalf of the the marriage - it's kind of important if you ask me.

And if you have children, you should also consider doing a Family Mission Statement. Include them in the process. It's one more way to strengthen the family and provide stability for the little ones.

So over the next few days, talk it over with your spouse. Figure out what your core values, purpose and goals are as a couple. Then put it all together in one sentence. And if you'd like to share, please do. Just add your mission statement to the comments section. Maybe another couple can learn and gain inspiration from you.



**Company mission statements snagged from: google.com, nikebiz.com and americanheart.org. Thank you :)

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