What Makes a Relationship Healthy?
Do you know what a healthy marriage looks like? Most of us know what unhealthy relationships look like. We know that physical abuse, constant conflict and name calling have no place in a healthy relationship. However, it is not enough to know what you don’t want in your relationship. You…
Don’t Wait for Your Partner to Offer Support. Ask for It
One of the many benefits of getting married is finding a friend you can always rely on.Unfortunately, this support isn’t always available–even in a happy marriage. Often you just need to tell your partner just what you need. Otherwise you’re going to be stuck waiting for them to remember you’re…
Surviving the End of the Honeymoon Phase
When people first begin to fall in love, they experience several emotional highs as a result of the chemical changes happening in their brains. Scientists say that these highs are similar to those experienced by people who suffer from bipolar disorder. It’s no wonder that romantic love doesn’t last long….
You can be Good Parents and Good Partners
Making time for yourself when you have a family is difficult and sometimes it can feel a little selfish. Many people who are married with kids would like to take breaks from married life more often to pursue their personal interests, hobbies and passions, but they worry that taking time…
Don’t Let Debt Ruin Your Marriage
Marriages are stressed out and burdened by debt. And guess what? No one’s coming to your rescue. You’re the help you’ve been hoping for. So many people are treading water financially with credit card bills, car payments, medical bills, insurance, student loans, rent and other expenses. And added to this…
Reduce Conflict by Understanding How Your Partner is Wired
Every married couple experiences some sort of personality clash over the course of their marriage. Studies have shown that 68 percent of all conflict in marriage is due to personality differences. Thankfully, with the right marriage advice, couples can learn how to navigate personality differences in marriage and save their…
Say “I Adore You” More Often
Let’s face it, everyone likes to be adored. In fact, in marriage it is often not enough to say “I love my husband” or “I love my wife.” You also need to express your love and regard for your spouse through your actions. Adoration is often a combination of love,…
When Your Partner Can’t Keep Promises
Everyone knows that communication in marriage is the secret to a happy and long married life. However, all that communication must be backed by some action otherwise it’s all in vain. If your partner talks a good game but does not come through when you need him, you know exactly…
3 Things Marriage Teaches You About Yourself
Ever wondered why married people are healthier, wealthier and happier than single people? It’s probably because marriage is like a mirror. It forces us to see yourself for who you really are. Marriage can bring out the “worst” and the “best” in you. You can’t go through marriage without finding…
Everyone Needs Reassurance and Validation
Young couples are very generous with compliments. They just can’t stop expressing their appreciation and admiration for each other. But most couples don’t keep up these compliments after the honeymoon phase of marriage. Repeating the same compliments over and over again can get old very fast. However, it’s possible to…