Set aside pockets of time for your spouse even if you are busy.

This is the key message for the year being delivered to married couples, under a series of annual initiatives organised by Marriage Central. The resource centre under the National Family Council launched its workplan for 2013 on Thursday at Millenia Walk.

"When couples prioritise their relationship over and above the constant demands in life, they stand strong, knowing that they have each other's care and support when meeting life challenges together," said Ms Anita Fam, chairperson of Marriage Central's Advisory Board.

One initiative is "Real Love Works", a convention which begins on March 15, where speakers will share marriage tips with 3,000 participants.