According to eHarmony’s survey, almost 3/5 couples reported having completely open communication with their partner or spouse. Interestingly, millennial men were most likely to say this.
Date nights boost relationship happiness. 65% have monthly outings, 72% hold hands. Men, 67%, do more gestures like writing notes.
Beyond hand-holding, varied affection fosters happiness. 68% say "I love you" daily, while 65% share daily kisses.
60% have weekly intimacy; highest among 25-34 (85%), 18-24 (79%), and 35-44 (77%) groups. Surprisingly, 62% unhappy couples have regular intimacy; more doesn't guarantee better bond.
"Perfectly happy" couples share similar ages and exhibit traits like optimism, creativity, confidence, and sociability, according to eHarmony.
Happy couples have ample friends, per eHarmony. Some neglect pals while dating, but broad social circles aid relationship joy.
The survey found that people in their first marriage experience the highest happiness levels. In contrast, those who remarry tend to have better relationships with their spouses.
Money doesn't guarantee happiness. Rich (71% >$200K) and lower income (65% <$30K) both report relationship satisfaction.
1/5 argue weekly with partners, more at 35-44, less as they age. eHarmony: less fighting = happier, extremely unhappy people fight less.
17% had couples therapy, mostly together. 2/3 open to future therapy. Men, especially 25-44 Millennials in first marriage, more likely for therapy.