So, even before we were married we decided to do weekly conversations. Every Wednesday for an hour we discuss relational issues, finances, spiritual goals/growth, compliment/thank you's and sex( we didn't have sex till we got married, so this was important). Him and I always had disagreements but never argue. We both hate conflict, so this is one way to be open and honest without feeling like it's a conflict. We found out this alleviates a lot of stress and stupid assumptions we may make about one another. We also take time to pray after as well.