Thursday, April 30, 2020

40 Consequences of Adultery

man with his head in his hands looking down-trodden

"We were praying for someone who was cheating on his wife. And I was struck by what one person said in his prayer: 'Lord, work in his heart so that he will think less about the pleasure he is experiencing and more about the pain he is causing.' That seemed quite appropriate to me. A spouse who is caught up in adultery is living only for the moment, caught up in a fantasy of excitement and desire, and ignoring the very real consequences."

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

10 Signs of an Emotional Affair



"If you think that you (or your spouse) has let a friendship go to far, please take immediate action to create healthy boundaries and restore healing and trust in your marriage. Here are the 10 signs you’re having an emotional affair".....

https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ten-signs-of-an-emotional-affair/#.XqmIYWhKiUk

Monday, April 27, 2020

How NOT to Be a Coronavirus Divorce Statistic

2018 Insights into Divorce - Birmingham Business Journal

"Sadly, prolonged time together, especially during a crisis, can make you loathe the one you love. And there are several reasons. Most of us can identify with at least one of these (or all—no judgment here) in our current situation".....

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/divorce/rise-in-divorces-4-ways-to-not-be-a-coronavirus-statistic/

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

A Couple's Guide to Complaining



"Couples will always have complaints about each other. Unfortunately, instead of expressing their complaints, they resort to criticizing each other. Unchecked criticism leads to contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling".....

https://www.gottman.com/blog/a-couples-guide-to-complaining/

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Sick and Tired? Don't take it out on your spouse!

sick and tired

"When I’m not feeling well, I tend to fall toward the emotional side of things. Issues I would normally let slide (i.e., someone chugging the last of my OJ), become a cause for tears, sharp words, and arguments. Can you relate?"......

https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/marriage-challenges/hardship-and-suffering/sick-and-tired-dont-take-it-out-on-your-spouse/

Monday, April 20, 2020

How to Handle Anger in Your Relationship



"Anger can be processed by going on a run, practicing yoga, or mindfully engaging in deep breathing. While these are all great tactics, what happens when your anger is directed at your partner in the heat of the moment".....

https://www.gottman.com/blog/handle-anger-relationship/

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Tips to Weather an Uncertain Season Together

Weathering the Storms of Life as A Couple | FamilyFire

"We all face uncertain seasons from time to time. If you’re married, you have the added bonus of having a partner you can weather these storms with. Unfortunately, sometimes uncertainty and stress can divide us rather than bringing us together".....

https://www.symbis.com/blog/10-tips-for-weathering-an-uncertain-season-together/