We Have Different Needs
Men and women, simply put, are different. I know we’ve all heard it, possibly read the books, and some of you have even studied it: Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus. So, yes, men and women are different. This becomes important when we realize those differences affect the most dominant…
Understanding Each Other’s Needs
One of the reasons wives and husbands experience marital conflict is because they don’t fully understand each other’s needs. So, let’s take a moment and highlight some of the major differences between men and women to better understand your spouse, and hopefully be intentional about meeting their needs. So wives…
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…
Letting Go Of Fear: Embracing Your Life & Marriage With Courage
Fear is an invisible force that keeps you from unlocking your best life. It makes you overthink, fills you with worry and doubt, makes you second guess yourself, and causes you to panic. It’s a common reason people settle for a safe life instead of the life they want. It…
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…
The Strong Connection Between Self-Care, Work, and Stress Management
With how busy and stressful your daily life can be due to work, family, and personal relationships, it always helps to take a break and prioritize your needs. As such, a previous post recommends adopting self-care practices to not only benefit your mental health but also foster deeper relationships, including…
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…