Signs of An Abusive Marriage or Relationship
When it comes to your relationship with your significant other, do you feel like something isn’t right? Do you ignore your feelings to keep the peace or avoid conflict within the family? People with low self-esteem or who feel they have little self-worth are often more at risk of becoming…
How To Help Your Workaholic Spouse Spend More Time with the Family in 2021
Ever heard a husband or wife complain about their spouse being married to their work? Maybe that person is you; maybe your spouse goes into the office early and stays late. Does your spouse’s career make you feel disconnected from them? Do you feel like you’re saying hello and goodbye…
Give YOURSELF the Gift of Honesty
Honesty is everything, not just with others but with yourself. Lying and fooling yourself keeps you stuck, miserable, and unhappy. It’s impossible to live the life you want if you’re building it on a foundation of delusion. Don’t sacrifice long-term joy by settling for short-term happiness. Here are five ways…
Self-Improvement: The Kaizen Method 101
It’s easy to focus on the things about your spouse that drive you crazy. If only they’d change their ways! Even if they need to make some changes, the only real way to improve your marriage is to work on yourself, not your spouse. With 2021 right around the corner,…
The Pros & Cons of Cohabitation
Is cohabitation a good idea or a recipe for heartbreak? Living together outside of marriage (cohabitation) is becoming increasingly more common. In fact, among young adults, cohabitation is up, and marriage is down. Opinions On Cohabitation According to PewResearch.org, among adults ages 18 to 44, 59% have lived with an…
Thankful for Forgiveness
Forgiveness isn’t just something you do for other people; it’s something you can do for yourself. Forgiveness allows you to release the anger and frustration that comes with being hurt. Even when you forgive someone, they might be unaware of the problems they created or the hurt they caused. Why…
Managing Money After Marriage
A couple faces many adjustments and compromises after getting married. Such as deciding on household chores, adapting to life with one another versus living alone, and deciding on family and career goals. But, one of the most challenging issues that a new couple navigates is managing the finances. You’re Not…
Warning Signs Your Marriage Is In Trouble
How can you know if your marriage is in trouble? Problems don’t just come out of nowhere; usually, there are early warning signs that a couple must recognize to decide if further help is needed to save their relationship. Slow Demise Most marriages don’t end dramatically with an affair. Most…
Finding the Right Marriage Partner
Finding the right marriage partner is a little easier than you might think. And the process begins with YOU. Natural attraction There’s a reason why you’re attracted to certain people and why they are attracted to you. Ever notice how women who were abused as children have a higher risk…
Incompatibility In Marriage
At some point in your marriage, have you wondered if you and your spouse were compatible? It’s relatively natural to feel that your spouse is “The One.” You fantasize about being a match made in heaven. After all, you gave thought to whether your values, beliefs, and standards were in…