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Keeping the Passion Alive
by Marianne Oehser Marianne Oehser is a Professional Member of Better Marriages Years ago people may have accepted boredom in their relationship but not anymore. Today our expectation is that our love relationships will be satisfying, vital, and fulfilling. In fact, according […]
Connecting Hearts
by David L. Banks, PhD David Banks will be speaking at the Better Marriages Conference: Educating Couples, Building Relationships July 11-14, 2013 in Raleigh, NC. Valentine’s Day is more than just chocolates and roses for my wife, Sylvia and I. For us, […]
Valentine’s Day. . . Oh, the Pressure!
by Ann Robbins The History of Valentine's Day Going back to ancient times, there were several Saint Valentines, but lore and legend surrounds primarily Valentine of Rome, a priest who served in the third century during the reign of Roman Emperor Claudius […]
Stop Complaining and Start Celebrating Love
by Jackie Black, PhD, BCC www.DrJackieBlack.com Is this a day you are looking forward to? Or dreading? In my experience, women are more triggered by Valentine's Day forgetfulness or inattention than men. So, in the spirit of averting a Valentine's Day disaster in […]
Could Dance be the New Couples Therapy?
by Dawn McDowell Dawn McDowell, founder of MarriageDance, will be a presenter at the 2013 Better Marriages Conference: Educating Couples, Building Relationships July 11-14, 2013 in Raleigh, NC. I discovered an article with this title a few months ago online and read […]
Red Roses, Champagne, Chocolates, and. . . Great Conversation!
by Lisa Chin-A-Young Lisa Chin-A-Young is speaking at the Better Marriages Conference: Educating Couples, Building Relationships July 11-14, 2013 in Raleigh, NC. When we think of what to gift our spouse for Valentine's Day, it's easy to consider treating them to a […]
Commitment Makes Every Day Valentine’s Day
by Sharon Brooks Hodge Sharon Brooks Hodge is speaking at the Better Marriages Conference: Educating Couples, Building Relationships July 11-14, 2013 in Raleigh, NC. According to a survey conducted earlier this month by the Retail Advertising and Marketing Association, 53 percent of […]
Valentine Romance that Leads to True Intimacy
by Greg and Priscilla Hunt It’s never too early - or late - to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Here’s an idea – celebrate Valentine’s Day every day. We’re not just talking about the stars-in-your-eyes romance that the media promotes. That’s important in […]
The Fallacy of Valentine’s Day
by Shela Dean Valentine’s Day is upon us. I have to tell you, this is not my favorite holiday. It is a day that is supposed to say love but far too often underscores what is far too common: everyday neglect. […]
5 Simple Tips for a Happy, Lasting Marriage
By Susanne M. Alexander, Marriage Educator (www.marriagetransformation.com) Susanne Alexander is speaking at the Better Marriages Conference: Educating Couples, Building Relationships July 11-14, 2013 in Raleigh, NC. You’re smart—you know that marriage is a complex relationship. So, when you read tips, hints, and […]
