10 Reasons Why You Should Get Away Without the Kids

"The realities and responsibilities of parenthood can be overwhelming. Expenses increase, sleep decreases, and time alone can quickly be reduced to a few moments in the bathroom. The thought of going away on vacation can not only seem like something from a fairy tale, but it can also feel wrong, as if we are depriving our children somehow".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/10-reasons-why-you-should-get-away-without-the-kids/

12 "Secrets" to a Long Marriage

"Celebrating their marriage led me to think about 'secrets of a long marriage' I’ve heard from folks who were married for more than fifty years. So, I’m updating and re-posting these 'secrets'”.....

http://chucklawless.com/2019/08/12-secrets-to-a-long-marriage/

3 Hallmarks of Poor Communication Every Couple Needs to Know

"We know many of the hallmarks of good communication, such as active listening, empathy, and offering feedback to ensure we understand one another. But what about the features of poor communication?".....

https://www.symbis.com/blog/3-hallmarks-of-poor-communication-every-couple-needs-to-know/

Shock Your Spouse and Kids with this Question

"What if your spouse asked you, 'What can I do to help?' What if you both adopted this type of servant attitude on a regular basis?  What impact would that have on your marriage?".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/gods-plan-for-marriage/a-simple-question-that-will-change-your-marriage-and-family/

Rebuilding Trust in a Relationship

"Are you rebuilding trust in a relationship? The word 'rebuild' implies that a relationship has been torn down and needs to be established once again".....

http://www.markmerrill.com/rebuilding-trust-in-a-relationship/

Don't Let Bitterness Poison Your Marriage

"That’s also how bitterness destroys a marriage. It stores itself in the soul, and slowly poisons the one who carries it. It’s a blade meant for another that eventually severs the hand that tightly conceals it".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/forgiveness/dont-let-bitterness-poison-your-marriage/

15 Ways to Refresh Your Marriage

"Whether your marriage is struggling or you just want to shake things up a bit, here are some ideas for building unity and getting a grip on bliss".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/communication/15-ways-to-refresh-your-marriage/

Dealing with Everyday Problems in Marriage

"If you’re experiencing some everyday challenges in your relationship–whether you’re facing unmet expectations, unpredictable events or seasons in your life, poor choices, or underlying issues you haven’t yet examined–it’s important to know that there is hope. Let’s look at what you need to know about the everyday problems you and your spouse might be facing in your marriage".....

https://www.symbis.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-everyday-problems-in-marriage/

5 Ways to Support Each Other as Parents

"Parenting becomes another aspect of your couple relationship that thrives when you both feel supported by each other. Here are some ways you can weave support for each other as parents throughout your relationship".....

https://www.prepare-enrich.com/blog/5-ways-to-support-each-other-as-parents/

The Ten Secrets of Happy Couples

"People will sometimes ask us what the 'secret' is to a happy marriage. We’ve discovered through the years that happiness in marriage is possible for every couple, but it’s not just about one “secret.” As far as we can tell from our own experience and learning from the experiences of others, there are ten distinct secrets of happy couples, and if you’ll implement these principles into your own marriage, you will undoubtedly experience more happiness too".....

https://xomarriage.com/the-ten-secrets-of-happy-couples/?

9 Things to Say to Your Spouse During a Fight

"These are not magic phrases that will help you win an argument. Rather they are about conflict resolution, expressions that demonstrate your commitment to coming to an agreement on whatever is dividing you. These 9 things to say to your spouse can help create a safe space within which you can navigate through disagreement".....

http://www.markmerrill.com/9-things-to-say-to-your-spouse-during-a-fight/

5 Ways to Make It Up to Her

All married couples experience conflict. But if we’re actually going to face it, it will require apologizing. Do you know how to apologize to your wife? Some say 'your apology needs to be louder than the wrong you did'”.....

http://www.markmerrill.com/how-to-apologize-to-your-wife

4 Essentials for a Winning Compromise

"Compromise can sometimes get a bad rap. In some contexts it can mean neither side is really getting what they want. In others it can mean settling for less than the ideal. But in the context of relationships, compromise is crucial. When done well, it can be a productive tool to rely on when you and your partner are dealing with disagreement. Here are some essentials for a winning compromise".....

https://www.prepare-enrich.com/blog/4-essentials-for-a-winning-compromise/