MME Minute: Marry Well (or Not at All…Never Settle!)

Good morning.

It’s Wednesday, July 16th, 2025.

I’m here in Seattle for my eldest daughter’s wedding and it has me thinking about marriage and the importance of marrying the right person.

Here’s a powerful reminder from the wisdom of the Oracle of Omaha himself:

“Marry the right person. I’m serious about that.”

Buffett shared this insight at the 2009 Berkshire Hathaway meeting, emphasizing, “It will make more difference in your life. You will move in the direction of the people you associate with. And the most important person by far in that respect is your spouse.”

Equally insightful, Charlie Munger reminded us:

“How to find a good spouse? The best single way is to deserve a good spouse…To get what you want, you have to deserve what you want.”

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💍 10 Qualities to Prioritize in a Life Partner for Success in Health, Happiness, Wealth & Wisdom

1. Conscientiousness & Reliability

Buffet credits a partner’s conscientious nature with boosting income, job satisfaction, and life stability .

2. Growth Mindset & Curiosity

Like Buffet and Munger, choose someone who loves learning, embraces challenges, and grows over time.

3. Shared Core Values

Align on faith, family, and finances—foundational for longevity, harmony, and purpose.

4. Emotional Intelligence & Communication

A partner able to listen deeply, handle conflict well, and empathize will strengthen mutual trust.

5. Financial Prudence & Discipline

Money harmony comes when both spouses practice saving, budgeting, and wise investing together.

6. Supportive & Encouraging

They should cheer you on, reflect your best self, and help you rise—just as Buffet noted you “move in the direction of the people you associate with.”

7. Resilience & Adaptability

Life throws curveballs. A spouse who bends without breaking—who leans into challenges—will be your anchor.

8. Integrity & Character

As Munger and Buffet emphasized, reputation and values are life-long assets.

9. Sense of Humor & Joyfulness

Shared laughter lightens life’s burdens and builds a reservoir of happiness.

10. Health-Conscious & Self-Caring

A partner invested in wellness—emotional, spiritual, and physical—supports your own well-being and longevity.

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✅ Final Takeaway for Your Seattle Weekend Reflection

Marrying the right person isn’t just about romance—it’s akin to choosing the most influential teammate for your life’s journey. As Buffett says, it shapes everything—aspirations, habits, success, and contentment.

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🔄 Challenge Question

Of these ten qualities, which one do you believe is most underrated—and how do you strive to cultivate it in your own marriage?

Looking forward to your wisdom!

#millionaireME

#happy #healthy #wealthy #wise

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