Thoughtful Gifts for a Clutter-Free Christmas

The holiday season often brings the challenge of finding the perfect gift for your spouse. However, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to strengthen your bond by choosing thoughtful,

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Beyond Betrayal: Lessons from Couples Overcoming Infidelity

It’s becoming increasingly common for me to see at least one couple a day dealing with the aftermath of an affair. I’ve come to realize that so many

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How Your Nighttime Routine Affects Your Marriage

Nighttime rituals and habits may seem like small, inconsequential parts of your daily routine, but they can have a profound impact on your marriage. The way you and

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Dividing Responsibilities In Your Marriage

In many marriages, household responsibilities unintentionally fall unevenly. This imbalance can emerge from busy schedules, societal norms, or a lack of clear communication about expectations. Over time, the

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Fun Ways to Keep Your Marriage Exciting

In any long-term relationship, it’s natural for the thrill and excitement that once marked the early days to start feeling like a distant memory. Philip and I experienced

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Strengthening Your Marriage in the Sandwich Years

Being part of the “sandwich generation” means finding yourself squeezed between caring for your aging parents and maintaining your own family life and marriage. This dual caregiving role

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How to Prevent Resentment Before It Starts

When a spouse’s emotional, physical, or relational needs consistently go unmet, it can lead to feelings of frustration and neglect, which often give rise to resentment. When one

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Breaking Free from Jealousy

If you’ve ever been coached by me, you know that one of my core life mottos, even displayed on my wall, is: “Do not give the enemy a

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Thanksgiving In Marriage: Why You Need It.

Did you know that one of my passions is decorating, but with a twist?As a minimalist and conservationist, I take a different approach. I don’t buy new pumpkins each year – these ones

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Balancing Marriage and Parenting: Simple Strategies to Keep Your Relationship Strong

As Phillip and I navigate the complexities of parenting young adult children, we’ve found that our roles as parents have shifted but remain just as demanding. We’ve learned

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