At every moment of every day, in every situation you encounter, you have a choice to make – and there are only two options. This choice affects every aspect of your life, from your job performance to your personal productivity, from the way you feel physically to the strength of your relationships with other people […]
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Celebrating Independence Day
The 4th of July marks Independence Day in the United States, a day when families and friends get together to celebrate the birth our nation, eat good food, spend time outdoors, and watch impressive fireworks displays. There are a couple of great ways of looking at Independence Day to really make the most out the […]
Improve Your Sex Life: Lighten Up!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
3 Ways Your Hormones May Harm Your Marriage – Webinar
Thanks to Harvard-educated gynecologist and author Dr. Sara Gottfried MD, we’re hosting a FREE webinar all about how your hormones factor into your health, happiness, and you guessed it, your marriage! Dr. Sara has been helping people for 20 years with natural hormone balancing, and has tons of great insight on how your hormones might […]
Marriage Advice: Let’s Get Real
Marriage takes work, as we all know (perhaps too well), but what kind of work are we putting in, and what kind of results are we expecting? While every relationship has a different dynamic, and no two people are exactly alike, there are a few basic principles we can hold to – one is that […]
Best Marriage Advice: The Importance (and Science) of Touch
It’s safe to say that we all want to be connected, especially to our spouses. While there are plenty of ways to help foster this kind of connection, but few are so basic and so ingrained in our biology as simple, familiar touch. Research shows that all kinds of touch are important. Physical contact plays […]
Support Your Spouse’s Passions
Most people’s lives are busy, to say the least. Finding time for hobbies, creative pursuits, and the like can be a huge challenge. Between work and kids, house maintenance and making time for one another, it’s tough to even have the energy to pursue your other interests! While maintaining your responsibilities are important, and as […]
Marriage Advice Men: 6 Common Marriage Mistakes Men Make
Last week we covered the 6 common marriage mistakes women make. This week it’s the men’s turn… Of course, we all make mistakes but some are more avoidable than others. In fact, sometimes we don’t even know we’re making a mistake until someone points it out. In the spirit of letting you know what you […]