A Lesson in Humility
When you find yourselves facing a challenge that involves both you and your spouse, remember that your two minds together can come up with a solution better than what either one of you could do on your own.
marital conflict
Arguing? Break it Down!
All couples have conflict. Unless you married a clone of yourself, you will find times where you disagree on an issue. And sometimes, it seems there is no way to get to a resolution where you will both be satisfied. We’ve talked before in this… Read More »Arguing? Break it Down!
Going Through a Lull?
I had an interesting conversation with an old colleague yesterday that I hadn’t seen in years. We talked business for a while, then I shared with him about my new focus on marriage and coaching couples to have better relationships. He told me that he… Read More »Going Through a Lull?
Keeping conflict in perspective…
Fortunately, I’ve not been ignoring my marriage like I have been this blog. In terms of my marriage, things have been good. But it seems like we’re surrounded by those whose relationships are in dire trouble. It’s tough being around / counseling (term used loosely)… Read More »Keeping conflict in perspective…
When Not to Focus on Your Spouse
I’ve written a number of blogs on the importance of focusing on your spouse, and giving them the love and attention that they deserve. However, 30 years of marriage has taught me that there is an equally important time to NOT focus on them. There… Read More »When Not to Focus on Your Spouse
Why Women Aren’t Like CrockPots
We’ve all heard the analogy that when it comes to sex, men are like microwave ovens and women are like CrockPots. The premise here is that men are quickly and easily aroused while women take in stimulus over a longer period of time. While at… Read More »Why Women Aren’t Like CrockPots
Don’t let your marriage go to the dogs
We’ve got an English Bulldog at home. He’s lazy, he snores, he drools, he can clear a room when he passes gas and he loves to cuddle. He’s about six years old, so in bulldog terms, that would put him at the high side of… Read More »Don’t let your marriage go to the dogs
Where’s your focus?
We weren’t designed to be self-sustaining organisms. We inherently require things from the world around us to survive and to thrive. We have physical needs (e.g. food, water, clothing, shelter), emotional needs (e.g. acceptance, love, friendship, empathy), sexual needs (e.g. well… you get this… Read More »Where’s your focus?
Archenemy #1 – Complacency
We’re all familiar with the “honeymoon phase” that couples go through. Everything is new and exciting. Both partners are in an exploration mode as they go through the process of adapting to the other. Everyday brings new learning and surprises creating a culture of excitement.… Read More »Archenemy #1 – Complacency
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