my underwear was out 🤦‍♀️

I fell victim to this awful trend when I was just getting started. {NAME}, Do you remember that fashion trend from the early 2000s? Dangerously low pants that — when you sat down — your underwear peeked out the back? Basically, it was a plumber's crack. On purpose. I fell victim to this awful trend when I was just getting started in my dance career. My uniform at the time was stupidly low cargo pants and crop tops. While embarrassing now, there is one good thing that came out of it. My relationship with Josh. It’s true. One of the first times we ever crossed paths, I had just gotten out of dance class. When I sat down at a lecture we were both attending, one of the first things that caught his eye was… ...my RED thong sticking out of my damn pants!! He confessed this about a year after we started dating. At that point, I was so in love, I didn’t care. In all seriousness, I’m forever grateful that younger Marie had absolutely no shame about her thong game. Because Josh and I just celebrated 18 years together 🎉 [Josh and I just celebrated 18 years together!] While we’re far from perfect, I can honestly say that our love keeps getting stronger, better, and deeper over time. COVID has actually been revealing for us. We’re together more than normal and it’s made us realize how much we enjoy having more time for each other.  Does that mean that he never drives me nuts?? Absolutely NOT. I drive him bananas on a regular basis, too. But he’s my soulmate. He’s one of the most magical human beings on the planet and I love him more than I could possibly express in words.  At some point, I plan to document all we’ve learned and our silly-yet-highly-effective practices to cultivate a loving, vibrant, long-term relationship. For now, here’s one deceivingly simple tip you can start today. You don’t even need your partner to “cooperate” :) Look for and VERBALLY EXPRESS what you appreciate and admire about your beloved — every single day. Human minds are wired to scan for what’s wrong, especially when it comes to our significant other. We criticize, correct, and attempt to control them. We’re quick to judge and point out (either in our head or out loud) what’s not working. My suggestion? Stop that ASAP. Where attention goes, energy flows. Make a commitment to keep looking for what’s right about your partner. Focus on what they did do, who they are as a soul, and what’s wonderful about them — then proactively and verbally acknowledge that to them consistently. Try it for 10 days with zero attachment or expectation of reciprocation. Don’t do it for them, do it for you. At your core, you ARE love. So commit to being love, in action.  Thanks for reading today’s [very personal MF Insider](. It’s a blessing to be connected with you like this. I’ll be back next Tuesday with a spectacular new episode of MarieTV. Until then, stay safe and take good care of yourself.  With enormous love ❤️, XO Marie  If you wish to stop receiving our emails or change your subscription, you can [update your preferences]( or email your request to info@marieforleo.com. [Terms of Use]( | [Privacy Policy]( Marie Forleo International, 511 Avenue of the Americas #517, New York, NY 10011 Â