Marriage is Alive and Pretty Well
We have all heard that the majority of marriages end in divorce, and if you believe what you hear, you may think the tradition
How Your Past Can Impact Your Marriage
We usually inserted the names of a boy and a girl we knew and used this rhyme as a way of embarrassing them; but the point is,
Communication Myths that can Cripple Your Marriage - Part II
Last time we talked about the first 5 of 10 myths that cause a great deal of frustration and pain in many marriages. Although these
10 Things That Turn Women Off
It’s that time of year when romance is in the air! Guys, are you making plans for a sizzling Valentine’s Day? I want to turn your attention
Is It Anger or Unresolved Grief?
He was one of the angriest men I had ever counseled. Jim struggled with what he called a “bad temper” for the last three years,
Your Best Life as an Involved Dad
In 1909 in Spokane, Wash., Sonora Smart Dodd listened to a Mother's Day sermon at Central Methodist Episcopal Church. Dodd's own mother had died 11 years earlier, and her father
How to Overcome the #1 Problem in Marriage
By far, the number one problem identified by married couples is that they can't communicate effectively. It's actually somewhat hard to believe that this problem
7 Great Ways to Connect with Your Kids
If you are looking for ways to better relate to and get connected with your kids, many of the parents I have worked with over the years
Valentine's Day: Celebrating an Everyday Love
Valentine’s Day is the day that sweethearts and spouses celebrate romance and give gifts to one another to prove their love. And according to jewelry, fragrance and candy companies,
The Platinum Rule
We have all heard the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In other words, think about how you would
Fear and Cockroaches
I regularly meet with individuals who are often dominated by their fears or influenced by the fears of significant people in their lives,
You Reap What You Sow
From the earliest writings, wise humans have found ways to express this fundamental truth: You reap what you sow.
The Surprise Effect for Getting Along with Difficult People
In every area of life you are bound to run into people who at times can be very challenging. Simply stated, a difficult person is anyone who doesn't behave
Conquer Your Midlife Challenges: Tips for Finding Meaning and Purpose
Have you been feeling stuck lately, like you're not quite sure where your life is headed? Do you constantly find yourself questioning the choices you've made so far?
Raising Kids While Not Losing Yourself
As women we hold space for different identities throughout our lifetime. Some we are born into and some we step into.
The Power of Words
Most couples who come for marriage counseling initially report experiencing very low levels of marital satisfaction.
10 Communication Tips That Will Improve All Your Relationships
By far, the number one problem identified by married couples is that they can't communicate effectively. It's actually somewhat hard to believe that
A Great Way to Communicate Affection Without Talking
I frequently hear women express concerns about their husbands not communicating affection or what they think and feel about many topics
Keeping the Spark Alive
Whether you have been married for several months or many years the daily stresses and busyness of life can easily turn the passionate flame of relational
The Power of Listening
Most people don’t realize just how powerful listening can be, and they often miss out on its valuable benefits.
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