How Losing a Child Affects Your Marriage There are many transitions in marriage. One that is never expected is the loss of a child. It seems unnatural and out of order. Our children are supposed to out-live us. When that does not happen, it challenges our sense of reality. And can have a profound impact […]
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How To Make Marriage Work When You Have Nothing In Common With Spouse
Is it possible to enjoy marriage when you have nothing in common with spouse? Yes. But it takes work and understanding the real essence of compatibility. In this article we discuss those differences and how to connect with a spouse that’s different from you. Is it possible to enjoy marriage when you have nothing in […]
Common Signs of Disrespect in Marriage: 20 Indicators You Might Not Have Considered
Disrespect is deadly for any relationship. Especially in marriage where respect should be one of the cornerstones and building blocks of a healthy relationship. Here are 20 common signs of disrespect that could be eroding your intimacy and trust. Disrespect is deadly for any relationship. Especially in marriage where respect should be one of the […]
What Should You Do When You’re Married to a Spouse With a Victim Mentality?
There is a difference in someone who is truly a victim and someone with a victim mentality. What should you do when you’re marriage to a spouse with a victim mentality? The key is to balance loving them well, and putting boundaries around you relationship. In this article we will look at the signs and […]
The Dangers of Fantasizing in Marriage
The dangers of fantasizing in marriage have been studied, debated and explored for centuries. Fantasizing is a hotly debated topic. Is it really that dangerous? Is there a safe fantasy that is not destructive to your relationship? In this article, we will tackle these questions. The Story of John and Janet John and Janet had […]
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How Can A Husband Help During Pregnancy?
How can a husband help during pregnancy? It should be the greatest event of your marriage yet often its not. Here’s how hubby can help. As a young father-to-be, I had no idea what to expect. I knew my future (life) would change when my first child was born. I prepared myself for being a […]
Christian Books on Blended Families: 5 Books You Might Have Overlooked
Blended families can be challenging. Especially when you desire to honor God and create a positive environment for everyone involved. Here are our recommendations on Christian books on blended families. These are 5 books you might have not considered. Our Blended Family Journey My wife and I were married in June 2011. We both came […]
Marriage Goals: How To Use Goals To Make Your Marriage Better
Marriage goals? Do you have them? Even know how to set them? Or use them? In this article we discuss marriage goals. Specifically, how to create them and use them to make your marriage better. Why is this even important? A simple illustration will help. Yale University did a study on the taste of chocolate. […]
Top 10 Signs of Complacency in Relationships
One of the dangers of complacency is how subtle it grows. It doesn’t happen overnight. It grows. It begins small and then takes over your marriage. Experts in developmental psychology say adults go through transitions and cycles emotionally. This is how they break it down: Most adults experience 6-10 years of stability, with 2-3 years […]
How to Fight Complacency in Relationships and Reconnect Your Marriage
Complacency in Relationships is more dangerous than many other issues because it is subtle, and often undiagnosed until it’s too late. It undermines the relationship by taking advantage of things that are normal to expect in a healthy marriage. Bob and Janet Bob and Janet have been married for over 25 years. They have one […]
Do You Need A Program Like Save The Marriage System To Get Your Marriage Back On Track?
If your marriage is in trouble and you want help, just google ‘help with my marriage’ and you’ll find all the answers you need, right? Of course not. The amount of misinformation available online is mind-blowing. Not only is the majority not helpful, but some of it can also actually work against you. Doing the […]
6 Ingredients for Marriage to Make It Spicy Part 2
Are there ingredients for marriage that make it successful? We believe so. Although every marriage is different, there are universal principles that control how relationships work. A few years ago we lived in Colorado while my wife finished her degree. Not long after settling in, she decided to make chalupa’s. One of my favorites. She […]
6 Ingredients for Marriage to Make It Spicy Part 1
Life is like a box of chocolates! – Forest Gump Kudo’s to Forest for summing up a key principle of life. Here’s another for you. It didn’t come from the lips of Mr. Gump, but it could have. “Marriage is like a Cake! To make it turn out right, you need to follow the directions […]
What New Relationship Habits Have Your Formed?
On March 1st, New York City announced it’s first Covid-19 case. By March 15th the CDC recommends a stay at home guideline. It’s been 21 weeks (as of this writing) since the lockdown occurred. A lot has happened since then. By the way, this article is not about Covid-19. I have no desire (nor the […]
How Fishing Makes My Marriage Better
Fishing Helps Me Connect With My Spouse I love it when my wife walks into my office and says, “Want to go fishing this afternoon?” Sometimes I think she likes to fish more than I do. She is certainly a better fisherman to me. It all began for us when we moved to a lake […]
Is Reality TV Ruining Your Marriage? [Part 2]
Big confession. I do not watch reality tv shows. Surprised? Probably not. I don’t need the drama. I did, however (in researching for this article) run across a funny video from BuzzFeed titled: If everyone acted like reality tv stars. Disclaimer: Excuse the ‘bleeps.’ I don’t advocate the type language on some of these shows. […]
Is Reality TV Ruining Your Marriage? [Part 1]
Drayton Bird, one of the top business voices of his generation said: It seems the more MBAs [Masters of Business Administration] a company has, the lower their profitability. The reason for this is simple. Most business schools are staffed by people who have never actually done any business. Wow! Statistics show it’s true. The lesson […]
My Husband Watches Porn: 6 Things You Need To Do
I recently ran across this comment in an online marriage forum. I just found out that my husband has been looking at pornographic pictures of other women on the internet. He says it’s no big deal, but I don’t feel comfortable with it at all. In fact, I think it’s disgusting. It’s hurting our relationship. […]
Financial Advice for Young Married Couples
I met Jon and Linda when they had only been married for two years. They were already struggling. When I probed about the major issue causing them problems, Linda explained that Jon had lied. She considered it equal to cheating. It wasn’t over sex. No co-worker indiscretion. No flirting text messages to old ex-girlfriends. He […]
5 Tips to Help You Get Your Marriage and Money Problems in Order
Marriage and money problems affect every couple. In fact, most marriages have their financial ups and downs. Money problems and financial issues can put incredible stress on your marriage. When tension over money issues comes up, these tips can help you deal with these issues in a calm, cool and quick way. Whether you and […]
5 Common Sense Principles for a Happy Marriage
Marco and Lisa have a great relationship. It’s one that other couples envy. The cool thing is they’ve been married for over 20 years. Their success is not because their relationship is new and exciting (although for them it is exciting, just not for the reasons most people think). They are often asked ‘What is […]
Forgiving Your Spouse: 7 Reasons You Should Offer Forgiveness
Forgiveness is something you offer. It is not a right the other person possesses; it is a gift from you. Yet, it’s a gift you should give. Maybe you’ve been hurt. Disappointed. Neglected. My wife and I talk to couples on a regular basis who have hurt each other. MIsdirected words. Unintentional oversight. Blatant neglect. […]
8 Things You Can Do Every Day For Your Marriage
It’s not the big things that make a marriage great. It’s the small things we do on a daily basis. Couples often commit two sins against their marriage: 1) They wait for inspiration to hit before they really decide to work on their marriage. This can be detrimental to your relationship for several reasons. I […]
Why You Should Not Be Inspired To Make Your Marriage Better
Inspiration is worthless. If you are waiting to feel inspired so you can move forward in your marriage, you are doomed to fail. Angel and Miriam Angel and Miriam have been together since they were in high school. They dated their junior and senior year. Outside of a short breakup during college, they have been […]
Questions to Deepen Intimacy: How a Series of Questions Can Help You Fall in Love Again!
In 1996 psychologist Arthur Aron conducted a study to see if he could get to strangers to fall in love by having them discuss 36 specific questions. He succeeded. His study is now legendary in the world of relationship psychology. The study doesn’t stop there though. Recently TEDxSydney repeated that famous study. They too were […]