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Understanding Bad Moods in Marriage
When either you or your spouse experiences a bad mood it can very easily have a negative impact on your relationship. Often the effect is only temporary. But, if bad moods are manifested frequently and go unchecked it […]
10 Tips to Become a Friendlier Spouse
Often people say they want to be a better spouse or have a stronger marriage. But many times they admit that they don’t know how to accomplish this. One of the easiest and most effective ways is to […]
Holiday Stress ‘Flu Shot’?
By Alan Ray, Marriage Team www.marriageteam.org Alan Ray is a professional member of Better Marriage The holiday season is fast approaching as evidenced by an early cold snap and snowfall. I suspect that many of us have holiday plans that involve family or […]
Protecting Your Relationship from Emotional Infidelity
By Denise J. Charles We have to exercise clear controls for ensuring that our relationships do not cross the emotional boundaries which could harm our primary relationship. As human beings we all have an overpowering need for human connection. We want to […]
Good marriages rest on hearing, listening
By Gina Barreca/Hartford Courant, October 20, 2014 Here’s what I’ve learned in 23 years of marriage: Love isn’t blind, but it can be hard of hearing. At the beginning of a relationship, you hang onto each other’s every word the way you […]
Easy Ways to Bring Back the Spark and Strengthen Your Bond
By Sherri Goodman Whether you've been together for 4 years or 4 decades, every relationship can use a tune up. Bettering your relationship doesn't require taking a second honeymoon, going cliff diving together, or any other crazy stunts. You and your […]
Committing to Unity in Your Marriage
by Susanne M. Alexander, Marriage Educator (www.MarriageTransformation.com) Susanne M. Alexander is speaking at the Better Marriages Conference July 11-14, 2013 in Raleigh, NC The survival of your marriage and your health depend upon maintaining a high level of unity. Think about how […]
Using Emotional Intelligence to Manage Anger
by Larry L. Sonksen, LMSW and Jodi Sonksen, RN Anger is a universal emotion that can be handled destructively or constructively. To comprehend the destructive impact of anger, all we have to do is read the newspaper or watch TV and […]
Developing an Intentional Marriage
Married couple talks about the importance of being intentional about developing relationship skills. There desire to grow and improve their marriage has been a driving force in this 2nd marriage. Involvement in their Marriage Enrichment Group (MEG) has provided important […]
Rules for Fair Fighting
by Priscilla and Greg Hunt, PhD Adapted from Ground Rules for Handling Conflict, John A. Larsen, PhD In a close relationship, conflict is inevitable. In fact, if handled well, conflict can result in our becoming even closer. (see How to Use […]
