No one likes conflict. No one. Some people go out of their way to avoid it as much as possible. If you're a conflict avoider by nature, it makes it difficult to get your needs met no matter where you are. When you fail to communicate what's bothering you, your relationships, whether at work or at home, definitely suffer. But, if this behavior takes root in your marriage, it … [Read more...]
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Unhealthy Relationship Habits You Didn’t Know You Had
They say that if you do anything for 21 days straight you are on the road to developing a habit. The rule is known as the 21/90 rule. Hit the gym for 21 straight days and then follow that up for another 90 days and you're off to a good start. This bodes true for both personal and professional goals. It also applies to both good and bad relationship habits. Sadly, there are some … [Read more...]
10 Signs Unresolved Pain is Taking a Toll on Your Marriage
How do you know that unresolved pain has taken over and your marriage is suffering? It’s not very difficult. The most important part of making this assessment is the ability for you and your spouse to be completely honest with yourselves. 10 Signs Unresolved Pain is Taking a Toll on Your Marriage In this article: How unresolved pain shows up 10 signs unresolved pain i … [Read more...]
6 Behaviors to Avoid When Dealing With Conflict in Your Marriage
Have you wondered, in the heat of a battle, what you were really fighting about? When it comes to conflict in your marriage, it’s not usually the surface issue you're discussing. The inner work begins the moment you are able to go beneath the surface and uncover what it is that really bothers you about what’s happening. 6 Behaviors to Avoid When Dealing With Conflict in Your Ma … [Read more...]
Practice These 5 Communication Levels to Boost the Intimacy in Your Marriage
We know communication is vital to any relationship. Communication is the heart of the human connection. It can be verbal, or it can be nonverbal. Either way, rest assured, communication exists whether you are saying anything or not. It is the pathway by which we get to know one another better. Our likes and dislikes, joys and sorrows, similarities and differences are all shared … [Read more...]
