"Those 'if . . . then' thoughts are so tempting. After all, they allow us to blame the lack of money (or one another) rather than looking too closely at ourselves. They also suggest such an easy solution: just a few more dollars, and poof! Our marital problems are solved!".....
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
More Money Won’t Help Your Marriage – But These Habits Will
"Those 'if . . . then' thoughts are so tempting. After all, they allow us to blame the lack of money (or one another) rather than looking too closely at ourselves. They also suggest such an easy solution: just a few more dollars, and poof! Our marital problems are solved!".....
Monday, February 13, 2023
4 Key Patterns that Destroy Oneness in Marriage
Research shows that the presence of certain negative patterns can destroy oneness in marriage. In other words, just a few negatives in marriage can wear away dozens of positives.
http://www.markmerrill.com/4-key-patterns-that-destroy-oneness-in-marriage/
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avoidance,
connection,
negativity,
oneness
Thursday, January 12, 2023
5 Things to Do When Your Marriage Feels Boring
"Sadly, feeling bored can lead a marriage down a dark path of arguments, bad decisions, and even divorce. It’s up to you to see the signs, take action, and make things more exciting. Here are 5 things to do when your marriage feels boring".....
Link to Article
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
I Feel Dismissed in My Marriage
Sometimes, married couples become so busy that one or both spouses may start to feel dismissed, unheard, or invisible. This can happen for many reasons. Most often, we become so busy with our lives and routines that we simply forget to slow down.
Link to Article
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Marriage is More Than Checking a Box on Your To-Do List
We’re around each other plenty more hours but together is a different story. Being in the same house does not necessarily constitute together. Neither does sitting next to each other watching a movie. Driving in the car while I answer email on my phone? Again, not together. The key word here is together, which isn’t just proximity; it’s presence and focus.
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connection,
together
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
How to Give Your Marriage a Fresh Start in the New Year
"You can commit to renewing your love any time of year. But, the New Year is a great time to reflect on the recent past and set new priorities and goals for the future. If you want a fresh start in your marriage, this is the perfect time to set yourselves up for success".....
https://www.symbis.com/blog/how-to-give-your-marriage-a-fresh-start-in-the-new-year/
Thursday, December 8, 2022
When Conversation Gets Stuck: 25 Questions To Ask Your Spouse
"Instead of opening the doors to communication, a lack of time together actually slams them closed and locks ‘em on the way out. Why? Because when you no longer feel connected, you aren’t able to enjoy that level of trust and intimacy to get you past surface-level convos with your spouse".....
https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/communication/when-conversation-gets-stuck-25-questions-to-ask-your-spouse/
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