The divorce rate is steadily rising from generation to generation and from year to year, and the question of what the secret to a long and good relationship over time continues to employ many.
This question was examined by researchers from the University of Nicosia in Cyprus, and found an answer that might raise some eyebrows.
The findings of the study found that the most important secret to the existence of a stable relationship and marriage is a good relationship with the family of the other party.
So if you're in conflict with the in-laws, it's time to reconcile.
In fact, it is the most important basis, far more than a satisfying sex life or money, all of which emerges from the findings.
A positive relationship with the spouse's family is more important than money, GettyImages
"Being in a good relationship with the other side is one of the key factors that drives a long-term marital system," says British marriage counselor Amanda Major.
"Every couple who has lived together for many years has ups and downs and crises, and what makes these moments successful is a situation where the friends and family of the other party do not judge the relationship and do not interfere in it, but allow it to develop."
According to the researchers, the main reason for the great weight that parents receive in the marriage of the son or daughter stems from evolution itself.
"It turns out that parents have a very strong interest in mating their children, so they can run a variety of strategies to help the relationship or, alternatively, harm it. This point is also related to the success of the human race to survive and develop over the last millions of years," the study found.
Maintain a warm bond with the extended family and stay together, GettyImages
Beyond that, it turns out that sexual satisfaction is a point that strengthens the bond in men at a relatively high level, and in women, loyalty to the marital system received a higher score. We will just remind you that the holidays are upon us, and it is time to please the couple's parents.