Conversation starters are an excellent way to ask tough questions without awkwardness and build intimacy in the marriage. How is a Conversation Defined? Merriam Webster defines a conversation as an “oral exchange of sentiments, observations, opinions, or ideas. By this definition, many marriages aren’t communicating much at all. Letting your spouse know the weekly schedule […]
Are you ready for part two of the handbook for husbands? Ask, and you shall receive. If you missed part one, stop here. Go back and read Duties of a Christian Husband: Part 1 first. All good? Let’s dive right into our topic about how to affirm your wife, shall we? Affirm Her to Build […]
During the dating stages of your relationship, it was natural to share your dreams. However, as time goes on, and dreams and goals come to pass, we fail to make or share new ones. When was the last time you shared your dreams? Here are eight reasons to make it a priority. 8 Reasons to […]
Many marriages struggle because of poor communication rather than a total lack of communication. Marriages that range along only two emotional states (angry and not angry) do not lead to a healthy, happy relationship. So, here’s the question – how do you communicate your needs to your husband? What Are My Needs? The first step […]
If you want to develop a better marriage, you must learn how to argue well. Here are 15 ways to fight fair in marriage and build a stronger relationship. 15 Ways to Fight Fair Grow in self-awareness. Understanding your feelings in a situation is essential before you can constructively handle conflict in your marriage. Anger […]
Since November is the month we set aside to reflect on thankfulness, let’s take that a step further and show your spouse how much you appreciate them. Keep reading for the 30 little ways of you can show your spouse you appreciate them daily. That’s a whole month’s worth! 30 Ways to Show Your Spouse […]
Marriage Retreats Benefit Your Marriage Marriages go through peaks and valleys. Couples often don’t know how to manage the struggles of becoming one. That’s why a fun marriage retreat can be so beneficial. I would even go as far as to say that all marriages need them. Fun Marriage Retreats Work So you’ve made the leap and […]
Getting Out of the Rut No matter how long you’ve been married, create date nights communicate to each other that the relationship is a priority. However, sometimes we get in a rut. What you need are some creative date night ideas. Date Night Ideas Try these 3 creative date night ideas to liven up your […]
Empathetic Listening As humans, one of our most profound needs is to feel understood and heard. We want validation that they were listening to understand, not necessarily to fix the problem. Empathetic listening provides the validation and understanding we desire. Think back to a time when you felt genuinely heard by your spouse. How did […]
If a Tool Existed to Save Your Marriage Before it Begins, Would You Take It? Of course, you would! You would snatch it up in a heartbeat and store it away in a safe place. Premarital Counseling is one of those tools. So, if it is so beneficial, then why aren’t more couples taking advantage […]
