Labor Day is coming soon, a holiday dedicated to the hard work done day after day, celebrated by taking the day off! And while it’s a chance to take a much-needed break from your actual day job, it’s also a perfect opportunity to reevaluate how the division of labor works in your marriage. Is the […]
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Is There a Fair Division of Labor in Your Marriage?
Struggling With Trust After An Affair?
Infidelity does serious harm to a marriage – that’s something we can all agree on. Feelings of betrayal, guilt, anger, and a sense of total disruption are to be expected, but even when everything feels like it has fallen apart – you CAN rebuild trust, overcome the hurt, and get your marriage back on track. […]
Who Has It Harder In a Divorce? Men or Women?
Is the dissolution of a romantic relationship harder on men or women? It’s hard to say exactly who has it “worse,” but there’s evidence to suggest that men take divorce especially hard. A recent study published by the Journal of Men’s Health showed that recently divorced men were much more likely to engage in drug […]
5 Date Ideas For July
With summer in full swing, it’s one of the best times of the year to spend quality time with your spouse. The nice weather gives you all kinds of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, try new things, and strengthen your relationship. Here are five ideas to get you started! 1. Go Yard Saling Sunny days […]
Let the Fireworks Light Up Your Marriage
Every year, the 4th of July is a time for cookouts, fireworks, and fun with friends and family. In celebrating our country’s independence, we may gather around the barbecue or the pool, sharing quality time with our loved ones – but how often do we stop reflect on the larger ideas of independence and freedom? […]
Is Technology Ruining Your Marriage?
Our lives are absolutely saturated with technology, from the email inbox at work to the smartphone in your pocket, Netflix on every device imaginable, new levels to beat in your favorite video game… It’s all too easy (and common) to get absorbed into this digital world, and it isn’t even always for entertainment or distraction. […]
My Husband Throws Temper Tantrums. Help!
While every couple’s marriage is unique, sometimes people face problems that others can learn from. With this in mind, we wanted to share a question we recently received – in case you’re experiencing something similar (or know someone who is). Question: “I’m confused. My husband has a short temper and gets angry at the littlest […]
Help! My Wife Never Listens To Me!
So many marital problems boil down to one problem: communication. Barriers to effectively communicating take a toll on nearly every aspect marriage – all because couples don’t have a good sense of what’s going on with each other. This can lead to ignoring ongoing issues, mistakes based on miscommunication, and anger when it feels like […]
Appreciate The Dads In Your Life
Sometimes dads are hard to read… They can be tough to get gifts for, tough to show appreciation for, and depending on the man, they can even be difficult to open up to. Even for the friendliest, most open and loving dads, it can still be a challenge to find the right present – so […]
How Do I Stop My Husband From Being Disrespectful?
Whenever we receive a question that touches on a broad issue, it’s a great chance to not only help one couple tackle a problem, but also to share the information with a wider audience – in case you or someone you know might be experiencing something similar. We recently received a question about a pretty […]