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Marriage is a sacred bond that unites two individuals in a partnership built on love, trust, and mutual understanding. However, like any relationship, marriages are not immune to challenges and difficulties. When faced with these hurdles, couples often find themselves torn between seeking help and preserving their privacy. This internal struggle, while understandable, can sometimes lead to even more significant …
Love is a complex and ever-evolving emotion that forms the foundation of a successful and fulfilling relationship. While every individual has their unique love language and understanding of love, teaching your spouse how to love you can lead to a deeper, more meaningful connection. Open communication, vulnerability, and patience are key elements in guiding your partner to better understand and …
Marriage is a profound commitment that sets the stage for a lifelong journey of love, growth, and evolution. While the initial stages of wedded bliss may seem like a fairytale, it’s essential to acknowledge that marriages change over time. As couples navigate through the various stages of life together, their relationship undergoes a transformation, adapting to new challenges, opportunities, and …
Honest communication is essential for healthy relationships. But in our hyper-polarized society, people say a lot of ugly things in the name of being honest. And unkind words don’t bring out the best in anyone. There is a simple formula, however, that is useful for evaluating ideas and providing feedback in all kinds of situations. It’s helpful in business settings …
Human beings really, really hate to lose. In economics, they call this concept loss aversion. Research shows that people feel worse about losing $10 than we feel good about finding $10 because we actually experience losses more intensely than we do gains. In other words, we tend to focus more on negative emotions and setbacks more than we do on …
Oneness in marriage means that after a few years, your spouse should probably know you better than anyone else. Because your spouse is the person who sees what you are really like when no one else is around. That’s part of the wonder of marriage. It’s vulnerable. Even scary. You might say it’s part of the wonder of oneness. And …
In marriage, there should be no doubt about family loyalty. Because when you get married, primary loyalty shifts from family of origin to the new family unit. Your spouse becomes your immediate family, and your first loyalty. And while your spouse will not be your only friend in life, they really should be your best friend, and your closest companion. …
For Avon and Valorie Banks when you grow a marriage ministry it’s all about relationships. And they enjoy getting to know people. So they take couples on marriage retreats that focus on relaxation and building relationships. The retreats might take place at the beach or even on a cruise. And they don’t have a heavy agenda. Avon says their approach …
Sometimes couples are living in the middle of a marriage crisis, and one spouse doesn’t even know it’s happening. “My spouse just left and I had no idea she/he was so unhappy,” the caller says. “What do I do now?” The answer is simple, but not necessarily easy. Get help and make changes. Because just limping along and doing the …
Marriage is a journey. You don’t suddenly arrive at a great marriage. Rather, you discover it one day at a time. Sometimes it’s like a thrill ride! Other times it’s a strenuous uphill climb. No one can completely map out their marriage journey because life… happens. But there are things you can do to make sure your relationship is ready …
