5 Ways to Improve Your Wellbeing in Your Marriage

"Wondering how to boost your marital wellbeing? There are many factors that contribute to the state of a marriage relationship. In fact, it’s a combination of your wellbeing both as individuals, and as a couple".....

https://www.symbis.com/blog/5-ways-to-improve-your-wellbeing-in-your-marriage/

Keeping Score and Giving Back

"Have you ever found yourself keeping a list in your head of the wrongs (big and small) that your spouse has committed in your marriage? It’s so easy to hold onto memories of hurtful comments and selfish actions, or to keep a running tally of our spouse’s personal flaws".....

https://shaunti.com/2021/03/make-your-marriage-happier-by-keeping-score-and-giving-back/

Husbands: Don't Be a Bonehead

"If you usually see things in a positive light, her anger might confuse you. But maybe, just maybe, your optimism is just thinly masked denial. Apathy. A good dose of reality can shake things up and spark positive change. Giving the bare minimum might feel easier, but you will reap some pretty small fruit".....

https://www.nittygrittylove.com/a-letter-to-husbands-dont-be-a-bonehead/

Love is NOT Jealous

What to Do if You Don't Trust Each Other

"A therapist shares seven ways to build trust in your relationship".....

https://www.gottman.com/blog/what-to-do-if-you-dont-trust-each-other/

How to Build Momentum in Your Marriage

"Do you and your spouse have marriage momentum? If you’ve built momentum in your marriage, then you’re in an ongoing state of moving forward together. Even when you face obstacles together, you’re able to take them in stride as you work together to keep going. Momentum propels you toward a fulfilling marriage".....

https://www.symbis.com/blog/how-to-build-momentum-in-your-marriage/

5 Things to Remember as Your Marriage Collides with the Coronavirus

"Let’s be honest…the Covid pandemic has caused some tough times with marriages. Ted gives some great advice".....

https://homeword.com/jims-blog/5-things-to-remember-as-your-marriage-collides-with-the-coronavirus/#.YFob3Y5KhPY

5 Types of Spouses: Which One Are You?

"Every day, a new online quiz offers to determine what ice cream flavor you are, or sandwich, or superhero, or character from your favorite movie. But have you ever considered what types of spouses we are? The truth is, we’re never just one type of spouse".....

http://www.markmerrill.com/5-types-of-spouses

Love is Kind

5 POWERFUL MEASURES THAT HELP COUPLES RESIST THE GRAVITATIONAL PULL TOWARD DIVORCE

***This article was written to leaders in ministry but I think it's a great read for all married couples and those who have friends whose marriages might be struggling***

The people whose marriages you’re trying to help are being swayed by close others around them who see divorce as a better way

https://careynieuwhof.com/5-powerful-measures-that-help-couples-resist-the-gravitational-pull-toward-divorce/

The Good News for an Unhappy Marriage

***Editor’s note: The following article is for anyone in an unhappy marriage, but it is not meant for someone in an abusive relationship.***

"If you’re in an unhappy marriage, you’ve likely thought about getting out. Or you’ve panicked over the thought that you can’t. We humans do not like to be unhappy—particularly when we don’t foresee a change in our circumstances"......

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/marriage-challenges/the-good-news-for-an-unhappy-marriage/

Attitude Check--Do you have a heart problem?

"Four suggestions on how to overcome the sin of grumbling and complaining".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/faith/essentials-faith/growing-in-your-faith/attitude-check-do-you-have-a-heart-problem/

Allow Conflict to be a Path to Deeper Communication

"Conflict can either be a path to communication blockage and unloving behavior, or it can be a path to deeper communication, greater understanding and loving behavior".....

https://homeword.com/jims-blog/allow-conflict-to-be-a-path-to-deeper-communication/#.YE-tFo5KhPY

The Benefits of Couple Friends

"We know it’s healthy to have separate friendships after you’re married. Spending time with your own friends, away from your partner, helps you maintain a balance of 'I' versus 'we'  and nurture your own identity. That being said, there are some unique benefits to having “couple friends,” too. Here are four big ones".....

https://blog.prepare-enrich.com/2021/03/the-benefits-of-couple-friends/

Love is Patient

How Do You Know When Someone Is Truly Sorry?

"It’s not always easy to tell if someone is truly repentant. The apostle Paul speaks of two kinds of sorrow, worldly sorrow that leads to death and godly sorrow that brings repentance".....

Sacrifice and Serving

The Two-Way Street of Defensiveness

"Is it just us or does the statement, 'Don’t get so defensive!' seem to have the same effect as when someone tells you, 'Just try to relax!' In other words, it makes you feel the opposite of what’s intended – more defensive, less relaxed".....

https://blog.prepare-enrich.com/2021/01/the-two-way-street-of-defensiveness/

A Prayer for My Wife

"I encourage you to pray your own version of this prayer for your wife today and everyday".....

https://xomarriage.com/faith/a-prayer-for-my-wife/

Careers in Marriage: How to Help Each Other Grow Professionally

"How can married couples support one another in order to achieve their career goals and grow professionally? Read on".....

https://www.symbis.com/blog/careers-in-marriage-how-to-help-each-other-grow-professionally/

When She Wants Sex More Than He Does

"Both in Christian and secular cultures, the message we’ve long heard is that men want frequent sex. A husband longs for more sexual encounters to both express and foster the intimacy he feels for his wife. That’s often true. But sometimes, it’s the wife who longs for more sexual encounters to both express and foster the intimacy she feels for her husband".....

https://shaunti.com/2021/03/when-she-wants-sex-more-than-he-does/

Biedma Interview

Stop Mind Reading!

"Do you and your partner have frequent arguments about what each of you thinks 'is really going on?' Do you find yourselves saying, 'Stop mind-reading! You have no clue how I really feel about this.' If so, welcome to the club".....

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/divorce-busting/202008/stop-mind-reading?eml