A little humor can be the secret ingredient to a happy marriage, especially when it doubles as a genuine compliment. Imagine this scenario: a wife, fresh from the shower, expresses a very reasonable concern about being seen by the neighbors. Instead of a simple acknowledgment, her husband delivers a brilliantly witty response.
He assures her that there’s no need for them to take action, suggesting that any nearby onlookers would be so taken aback—or perhaps so appreciative—by the sight that they would feel compelled to be the ones to restore their own privacy. This quick comeback does two things at once: it diffuses the minor tension of the moment and delivers a confident, uplifting message to his partner, all without missing a beat.
