One of our StrongMarriageNow Community members asked Dr. Dana, “I feel my wife slipping away. She has separated from me and I feel crushed. I’ve tried really hard to show her love, but it just seems to push her away. She appears checked out. Nothing seems to work. I don’t want her to give up. […]
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Feel Your Wife Slipping Away?
Listen to Dr Dana on the Everyday Wisdom for Families Radio show!
Dr Dana was recently featured on the Everyday Wisdom for Families radio show with parenting expert Kellie Ann Peterson. We wanted to let you know that you can listen to the playback of the call at any time. Just click the link below: Click Here to Listen to the Show! Dr Dana and Kellie covered […]
3 Easy Steps to Impress Your Partner This Valentine’s Day
Have you considered how you are going to impress your partner for Valentine’s day? You could get a box of chocolates, flowers, or a reservation at a nice restaurant. Those are all great options. Yet, if you really want to wow them, Dr Dana and Amy have put together a simple exercise that will be […]
Feel the Love this Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, are you worried that this Lover’s Holiday will be less than ideal? Are you feeling like your marriage is in a rut, and wondering where the passion has gone? Does it feel like the spark is missing? If you want to know how to get that special something back […]
Cheating Spouse: Cheating Might Break Your Heart, Literally!
Marital infidelity is a dangerous practice, there is no doubt about that. It poses threats to nearly every aspect of a relationship, from trust and emotional wellbeing to the physical dangers of promiscuity, namely sexually transmitted diseases. What about a threat to your life? While the American Heart Association says that sexual activity is ok […]
Strong Marriage, Strong Heart?
We know that a satisfying marriage has positive effects on psychological wellbeing. Happily married people are, generally speaking, happier people! People gain a sense of satisfaction when they are wanted and needed, especially when that sentiment is openly communicated in a relationship. A recent study by the American Psychological Association has determined another fantastic benefit […]
What Could You Have In Common With Johnny Depp, Katy Perry and Heidi Klum Marriage?
Don’t panic! We’re not suggesting that your relationship is over like Johnny Depp & Vanessa Paradis, Katy Perry & Russell Brand and Heidi Klum & Seal. But given these most recent celebrity breakups, we find ourselves, yet again, compelled to remind you of one of our Marriage Success Secrets: The importance of spending quality time […]
Interested in Marriage, but Not Yet
Every generation has its way of dealing with major institutions, and marriage is no exception. Young people today are not getting married at the rates set by older generations, but what looks like a shift away from ideals of marriage may just be a shift in priorities. More and more young people are attending college, […]
For Psychological Wellbeing: Stay Healthy, Stay Married
Different aspects of our health are closely linked. A better feeling body generally results in a more stable mental state. One aspect of psychological or emotional stability/fulfillment will likely carry over into others. Marriage is associated with psychological well-being, with healthy relationships reducing the amount of stress and depression in people’s lives. This makes perfect […]