This is a question that has been increasing debated as technology has become a big part of day-to-day life. We have seen couples in the public eye crumble and others stay together after an online relationship comes out. If this issue hits closer to home and happens in your relationship … Read More
Taxing Relationships
Taxes. A controversial topic to be sure. Some of us pay a much higher rate than we would like. Everyone pays. Recently, as I was working on my return (and complaining) I was struck with the thought of how I implement a form of taxes in relationships. Maybe you … Read More
Can Long Distance Relationships Work?
Long-distance relationships are on the rise as more married and committed couples make the decision or are forced to live in different locations to pursue work, military, or education opportunities. Regardless of the reasons a couple starts a long-distance relationship it is important for a couple to consider common difficulties … Read More
Post Valentine’s Day Month
So, here it is a month after he bought you flowers and you gave him a new BluRay. It was a very romantic and fulfilling evening. Then the month passed and things just sort of went “back to normal.” Why is that? Where is the fire and passion that ended … Read More
Preparing for Married Life….the finale…
Plan for conflict and how you will handle it as a couple: Conflict WILL happen around the wedding or in married life and for many couples it happens in both. A great way to prepare for married life is coming up with a game plan to handle the conflict when … Read More
Preparing for Married Life….part 3…
Talk about it…: Ask your partner questions…you won’t know unless you ask. Talk about sex; what did they learn about sex growing up, what do they find sexy now, and how do they feel about their own body? Talk about their parents relationship and other relationships they observed growing up, … Read More
Preparing for Married Life….part 2…
Make plans to keep in touch with friends: Many couples lose touch with their single friends after the wedding or within the first 5 years of married life so make a plan with your friends to continue to take a yearly trip, have a night out together every month, or … Read More
Preparing for Married Life….a series…
As spring quickly approaches, many brides to-be will be calling venues, tasting wedding cake, and dreaming about their perfect day. There are so many preparations that go into planning a wedding for the bride, groom, and family members, but many people spend a lot less time preparing for life after … Read More
Middle Ground Communication: The Last Guideline
This is the final part of a 4 part series. Read the 3rd HERE Have a signal for a time-out and know when to use it. Good coaches know when to call a time out that will be helpful for a team. Couples can learn this technique too. Often with … Read More
Middle Ground Communication III:
This is part 3 of a 4 part series. Read part 2 HERE Develop patience. Sustain it. Think about what your spouse says in terms of who your spouse is. When a conversation is stressful, find a way to relieve the stress. A deep breath can work wonders. The … Read More
