Most couples think sex is a pretty big deal, and rightfully so. In fact, problems surrounding sex and affection are some of the more common issues that couples face. We know that it’s a sensitive subject, but it doesn’t have to be! Communicating about sex and intimacy is something we’ve stressed in the past. Every […]
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Cheating Wife: Ed Asks “My wife is having an affair and she wont stop seeing him”
In today’s blog, Dr. Dana answers a question from Ed about his wife’s affair… Question: “I recently found out that my wife is having an affair. I’m willing to forgive and move forward but she’s not sure she’s willing to stop seeing him. All the information I can find tells one how to survive an […]
Surprising Study Defies Gender Stereotypes
We all know that men and women behave differently. Part of being husband and wife is getting to know the differences in the way you and your spouse express your needs and concerns, learning what is important to each other, and doing your best to master one another’s communication style. Many of the common stereotypes, […]
Appreciate The Dads This Father’s Day
This weekend, as families across the country are celebrating Father’s Day with gifts and various celebrations, be sure to take a moment to reflect on the real purpose behind this holiday: appreciating the dads in our lives for all that they do. Dads are sometimes the unsung heroes of the family unit, and while many […]
The Root of the Problem: Threat and Neglect
When couples argue, it is all to common for things to get blown out of proportion – for hurtful remarks to be made, old grudges brought up… Why is it so easy to get off topic, to argue about anything and everything other than the issue at hand? It has to do, in part, with […]
Angry Birds, Angry Spouse? A Study of Online Gaming’s Effect on Marriage Shows Much Broader Implications
In a study published last year the Journal of Leisure Research, results showed that online gaming can have a negative impact on marriages. This comes as no surprise to most people, but the specifics are a little more interesting. This is especially prevalent in today’s age with smart phones streaming an endless source of distracting […]
Struggling In Your Marriage? Ask Yourself, “What Have I Done For My Marriage Today?”
Is your marriage feeling ho-hum? Do you feel like you’re on the wrong path? Are you struggling with long-standing issues in your marriage? Here at StrongMarriageNow, we pride ourselves on the ability to help you sort through different, recurring problems that are sending your marriage off the rails. There’s something else we specialize in, though, […]
Want to Kick Start Your Sex Life? Take a Trip!
A recent survey by the U.S. Travel Association has found that couples who travel together see significant benefits to the quality of their relationship – including improvements to their sex life. Traveling doesn’t have to mean that you go on an extravagant trip to Paris or a tropical island, it can also mean driving an […]
Gwyneth Paltrow Marriage: Gwyneth Paltrow Is Honest About Working on Her Marriage
Hollywood superstar Gwyneth Paltrow appears, to many people, to have the perfect life. She’s beautiful, wealthy, decorated with awards, and for followers of her blog, seems to live a lavish life of yoga sessions, trips to France, and red carpet ceremonies. She recently opened up to Glamour U.K. though, and showed her fans and followers […]
Not Happy in Marriage? How To Tear Down The Wall Between You – It’s Okay To Be Silly
We all know the importance of intimacy in marriage – there is plenty of information out there about connecting both physically and emotionally, about how to build trust and communicate, about sharing your heart and soul with the one you love. Most of the time, though, this kind of advice deals with the heaviest and […]