Ask and Receive. I pledge to communicate my needs and my wants—and have the wisdom to know the difference (and the self-worth to ask for both). That is hard, because you might find yourself thinking, “Am I greedy? Am I unrealistic?” Yes, if you expect a diamond ring every month. Okay, that’s ridiculous. But if it’s a routine date night, or having a shared activity that you do for fun, let your partner know. Because if you don’t tell your partner what will make you happy, you are unfairly holding that person responsible for failing to give it to you. And, when your partner gives you something,
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