"Healthy and consistent communication is a must in marriage, yet so many married couples struggle with this. Why is this? What makes our conversations with our spouse go south? Here are four ways we often ruin a conversation with our spouse (and how we can make it right)".....
"Much like stress, the way we manage our worries plays a significant part in the impact they have on our life and our relationship. In addition to learning self-coping strategies, you play an invaluable role in supporting each other when worries take hold".....
We may desire the change, but can’t seem to get there. Change can be easy to talk about, desire, and even envision. It’s the transition from point A to point B that trips people up and keeps them from reaching their destination. Transition can be tough. So how can we make the transition process easier so that real change will occur in our relationships? By doing these 3 things.
"The idea of resolving a disagreement or ending a fight as quickly as possible is a popular one, particularly in marriage. But what if the fight lasts a long time? Is it okay to take a break when that happens, or do you have to push through?".....
"Although in the USA, we honor our national independence every July 4, we are exhilarated by individual freedom all year long. Which is great—until it comes to marriage. Suddenly, we’re in a covenant in which two individuals must become one. We are no longer just 'you' and 'me' but 'we.'”.....