One of the Best Gifts to Give Your Spouse
As you scurry and scramble trying to finish your Christmas shopping, please remember this: It’s not so much about what’s under the Christmas tree that counts…it’s what’s in your heart that matters. Extravagant Christmas gifts are all well and good. But I assure you, a fancy gift is not as valuable…
The 15-Hour Marriage Magic: How to Prioritize Your Relationship
15 hours. That’s the magic number when it comes to maintaining a healthy marriage. Yes, you read that right—just 15 hours a week spent together can help keep your relationship thriving. But here’s the catch: this time is just for the two of you—no kids, no friends, no family distractions….
How Thankful Are You for Your Marriage?
As we approach the holiday, it’s a perfect time to reflect on your relationship. How thankful are you for your marriage? What changes could deepen your appreciation for the bond you share with your partner? Taking a moment to consider these questions can lead to valuable insights. Reflect on Your…
Funny and…Not So Funny
The importance of humor in marriage cannot be underestimated. It brings healing to the heart and soul and most singles list ‘sense of humor’ as the most important factor in a mate. Laughter bonds people – especially in relationships. It helps if you find similar things funny since you’ll be…
Top Ten List for Marriage
People have a thing for TOP TEN lists — it seems they’re everywhere! Well, for this week, I have a twist on the top ten list. Here it is: Make a list of 10 things you like about your mate. I’m asking YOU to make your very own top ten…
The Power Of Gratitude To Unlock A Happier (Much Happier) Marriage
You have so much power. Consider how happy you are, how stressed you feel, and how well you sleep. But how often do we think those things are out of our control because we feel we’re at the mercy of our circumstances. In moments of stress and overwhelm, we can…
How tо Bе An AMAZING Spouse
Ever catch yourself thinking and wishing your wife or husband was a better spouse? A lot of people do. But how often do we evaluate ourselves to see how good a spouse we are and how we can be better? Why not ask yourself now: How good of a spouse…
Let It Go
Everywhere you look, there’s conflict and strife in the world, near and abroad. Whether it’s a disagreement with your spouse or deep-seated resentment towards a friend or colleague, unresolved conflict damages your relationships and your health, too. According to an article published on the Hopkins Medicine website, “Studies have found…
Beyond Birth: Strategies for Thriving During the Postpartum Period
Few things in life are more thrilling than welcoming a newborn baby into the family! Children fill our lives with so much love and joy. However, for some couples postpartum depression becomes part of their parenting journey. The conditions it creates can cause long-term consequences for the family and marriage….
Breaking Your Chains: The Power Of Releasing Your Past
The wounds of the past can mar and scar the joys of the present if you’re not careful. Betrayal, emotional or physical infidelity, broken promises, failure, loss, divorce, and harsh words, to name a few, can all take their toll. How often do people bring baggage from the past into their…