Happy Wife, Happy Life? Yes, It’s True

The old saying, “Happy wife, happy life” is now backed by science. According to new research, the well-being and happiness of married couples is deeply intertwined, with spouses influencing each other’s happiness, life satisfaction, and even emotional states over time. And it’s not just happy wives, but happy husbands also equate to a happy life (even if it doesn’t rhyme).

Researchers delved into how couples affect each other’s well-being through two main areas: mutual influence (how one partner’s mood directly impacts the other) and shared environments (like household responsibilities, finances, and social circles). In other words, the ups and downs in one spouse’s life can reflect in their partner’s well-being, making married life a shared emotional roller coaster.

The study was conducted across the globe and essentially found this is not just something that applies to American couples, but was held true in other countries, as well.

Source: Researchers prove your spouse’s moods are contagious – Upworthy