How to Stop Nagging and Build a Stronger Marriage
“All you ever do is nag, nag, nag…” – Ever had those thoughts about your spouse? Do you ever feel like a nag yourself? Contrary to popular belief, nagging doesn’t work! Sure you might get your spouse or kids to take action, but the harm it causes isn’t worth it….
Marriage Tip of the Week: Commitment & Domestic Support
This week’s marriage tip might not be the most “politically correct,” but that doesn’t make it any less true. So let’s dive in. Last week, we talked about the different needs of men and women in marriage, and how these needs often vary. Today, we’ll touch on two more critical…
Understanding Your Spouse’s Needs: A Key to Strengthening Your Marriage
Have you ever stopped to think about how much your spouse really cares about your needs? To truly answer that question, ask yourself: How well are they meeting your needs? The way your spouse addresses your needs can tell you a lot about how they view your emotional and relational connection. But…
Apology Accepted
When was the last time someone said “I’m sorry” to you? When was the last time you said “I’m sorry” to your spouse and really meant it? Somewhere along the line, many couples go from being: Sweethearts to newlyweds to I can’t stand the sight of your face anymore, and I…
Freedom, July 4th, and the Power of Marriage
As we celebrate the Fourth of July each year, we commemorate the birth of our nation and the freedom that came with it. It’s a day marked by fireworks, barbecues, and patriotic parades, but the essence of this holiday runs much deeper. It’s a time to reflect on what freedom…
If There Was Ever a Time to Say It, It’s Now
There’s a very good chance you’re not doing this often enough — and it could be quietly hurting the people you love most. If recent heartbreaking events in the world have taught us anything, it’s this:We don’t have time to put off expressing love and appreciation. So let me ask…
Are You Unknowingly Ruining Your Marriage?
You could be sabotaging your marriage and not even realize it — even while your heart is fully set on saving it. How? Through power and control. It might not be intentional. It might even come from a place of fear, frustration, or desperation to fix what feels broken. But when…
Doing Time or Doing Love
A ten-year-old girl and boy were asked: How do you decide who to marry? The boy said, “You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip coming.” The girl answered, “No person really decides…
Is Friendship the Missing Link in Your Marriage?
When we first fall in love, friendship often lays the foundation. We talk for hours, share dreams, laugh over silly things, and genuinely enjoy each other’s company. But somewhere along the journey of shared bills, schedules, and responsibilities, many couples lose sight of that original bond. What happens when the…
Adults Only
Did you know that having sex can burn 209 calories in 30 minutes? Sex. We don’t talk about it much but maybe we should. Truth is, healthy and happy marriages usually include frequent sex. However, sex is a byproduct of a healthy relationship rather than a cure for a bad marriage. It’s difficult to make…