One summer when my children were younger, we spent a week or so at the beach. It was one of our favorite vacation destinations. When we first arrived we were excited to hit the ocean and play in the sand. The first thing we did was get our rafts, surf boards and gear so we […]
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How To Deal With Past Baggage To Keep Your Marriage Safe
Dealing With Past Baggage Series Is your past baggage ruining your relationships? Do you find yourself overreacting when things go wrong? Ever do something (or say something) and wonder ‘where did that come from’? If so, your past is probably controlling your future. Cila’s Story Cila grew up with a verbally abusive, critical father. When […]
5 Factors Affecting Your Sex Life
Is your sex life everything you want it to be? If not, it may be the junk in your head (and heart) that keeps it from being great. Ashley and Jason Ashley and Jason are an average couple. They love each other. They’ve been together for over 20 years. Recently Jason damaged their relationship by […]
Making Your Marriage a Priority: A 5 Step Blueprint
Is your marriage a priority? THE priority? If not, why? I know it’s a tough (and direct) question. My guess is that it’s not because you don’t want it to be. It is more likely because you don’t know who to make a priority. Laying a Priority Foundation When I was in High School my […]
9 Reasons Why Sex is Important in Marriage Part 2
Many couples struggle with intimacy in marriage. For some it’s an issue of trust. Others just let life get in the way. Either way, romance diminishes and intimacy fades. It doesn’t have to be that way. In this article I address the final 5 reasons sexual intimacy can be the bridge to a deeper, more […]
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Making Your Marriage a Priority: A 5 Step Blueprint
Is your marriage a priority? THE priority? If not, why? I know it’s a tough (and direct) question. My guess is that it’s not because you don’t want it to be. It is more likely because you don’t know who to make a priority. Laying a Priority Foundation When I was in High School my […]
9 Reasons Why Sex is Important in Marriage Part 2
Many couples struggle with intimacy in marriage. For some it’s an issue of trust. Others just let life get in the way. Either way, romance diminishes and intimacy fades. It doesn’t have to be that way. In this article I address the final 5 reasons sexual intimacy can be the bridge to a deeper, more […]
9 Reasons Why Sex In Marriage Is Important Part 1
Is Sex Important in a Marriage relationship? Is sex even necessary? If it’s important, why? Kyle and Lindsey I met Kyle and Lindsey (not there real names) a few years ago. Most of the couples I talk with have minor problems. Kyle and Lindsey were no different. Lindsey felt disconnected. Kyle frustrated. The more we […]
Common Marriage Problems After 10 Years Part 2
It’s a myth that marriage has to get tough after 10 years. I’ve heard it put many ways… The honeymoon is over after 10 years (5, 3 or even 1 year). Things are never the same after kids. You just grow apart after years of marriage. It’s all wrong. False. And deadly. It’s amazing how […]
Common Marriage Issues After 10 Years
“My marriage is a mess. It’s not like it used to be when we were dating and first married. I don’t know what to do to make it better.” These words have been echoed by many couples. Some even say there is a ten year mark where things change in the relationship. I personally believe […]
How to Forgive: 5 Videos to Help You Let Go
It’s not easy to move forward and forgive when you’ve been hurt. But forgiveness is necessary to let go of the pain and experience healing. In the five videos below leading authors, relationship coaches, and marriage experts discuss how to forgive when it’s not easy. Why Forgiveness is the Key to a Better Life Why […]
Myths About Anger: Debunking the 6 Major Anger Myths
An anger induction study was done with 30 men. Each man was given 50 phrases to trigger (induce) anger. Physical and emotional levels were measured before and after the test. Things like heart rate, arterial tension, testosterone levels, certain brain functions and activity. Here’s what they found: “[A]nger provokes profound changes in the state of […]
How to Forgive Your Spouse: 6 Times Forgiveness Needs to Happen
Forgiveness is essential in any relationship. It is especially important in marriages that struggle. We all do things at times that wound our partner. Most of the time they are unintentional (hopefully they are all unintentional – if you are living with a spouse that hurts you with intent you have a problem that demands […]
What To Do If You Have Anger Issues
I recently ask readers three questions: 1. How has anger effected your relationship?2. How do you deal with it?3. How does it make you feel? I want to share one readers response. I’ll call her Marsha. 1. How has anger effected your relationship? Unfortunately anger is my go to in a relationship before I stop […]
How To Deal With An Angry Husband (Spouse)
Do a simple Google search for the phrase ‘angry husband’ and you’ll get a glimpse of how widespread the problem is. I came up with these related phrases: “My husband gets angry when I tell him how I feel.” “My husband gets mad when I ask for help.” “My husband gets angry when I say […]