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Turkey, Pie, and Political Sighs: Keeping the Peace This Holiday
Introduction Ah, the holidays—days for gratitude, gravy, and that one family member who always brings up politics between bites of stuffing. You came for family and turkey, not a debate, right? Don’t worry, though. Here’s how to dodge drama and keep […]
Dinner Conversation Starters
Download your free Dinner Conversation Starters. Whether 2 or 200 around the table, stimulate conversation and learn more about each other. IDEA: cut into strips, fold and place in basket. Pass the basket around the table for each person to […]
Group Ice Breakers
Do you work with a Marriage Enrichment Group or other small group? Consider using ice breakers at the beginning of your group time. Ice Breakers serve the purpose of promoting a relaxed, non-threatening atmosphere in which couples grow increasingly comfortable sharing […]
New Year’s Resolutions: A New Opportunity for Intimacy (20+ Questions to Ask Your Lover)
By: Kyle Benson www.kylebenson.net "Part of what makes life meaningful are the goals we strive to achieve." - Dr.John Gottman, 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work With a new year upon us, many of us, myself included, start 2019 with new goals. Your goals may be […]
Developing Intimacy
Respond to the following questions individually and then share your responses with your partner. 1. What things am I aware of that make me feel close and intimate with my partner? 2. What things am I aware of that hinder our intimacy? 3. […]
Intimacy: Shared Privacy
One simple and useful definition of intimacy is "shared privacy". David Olson, co-founder of Prepare-Enrich, family specialist and member of Better Marriages Advisory Board, has identified seven aspects of marital intimacy. Consider your own relationship and score each area from 1-5, […]
Intimacy: Where Are We?
These questions will explore the degree of intimacy you experience in your relationship and identify where you would like to grow. Read the statements individually and then share your responses with your partner and discuss together. Elaborate on each of these ten […]
