Does Your Spouse Think You’re Boring?
Or maybe the better question is… do you think your spouse is boring? One of the most common concerns couples have shared with us over the years is this: “Our marriage feels dull and boring… because my spouse is just too predictable.” Sound familiar? Let’s be honest and tell me…how predictable…
Stop Fighting Fair If You Want a Great Marriage
That’s right. I said stop fighting fair. We’ve all heard the classic advice: “If you want a healthy relationship, you need to fight fair.” But what if fighting fair is actually keeping couples stuck in cycles of conflict, resentment, and emotional distance? Let’s take a closer look. What Does “Fighting Fair” Really…
Are You a Love Buster Without Realizing It?
How often do you make disrespectful judgments toward your spouse? It’s a tough question, but a vital one. A disrespectful judgment is when we judge or condemn our partner’s motives, words, or actions — even if it’s only implied. It doesn’t always come out as yelling or harshness. Sometimes it shows up…
How to Build a Beautiful Life…and Marriage
We hear a lot of words used to describe a great life: abundant, successful, good, fulfilled. But what about beautiful? What if your life — and your marriage — could be described not just by what you accomplish or how much you have, but by the beauty that flows from within?A beauty shaped by kindness,…
Could You Be Headed for Divorce Without Even Knowing It?
Could you be headed for divorce without even knowing it? Here’s how to find out – and if you are headed for divorce, you need to take action today. Researchers have identified that negative communication patterns are the #1 predictor of divorce. It’s not infidelity, abuse, or even a lack of…
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…
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…