Saying prayers for husband can be a powerful instrument that can guide your man on all areas of his life. For those of us who are believers, we know this to be true: there is power in the Word of God. We pray because we know we will be guided in dealing with the daily challenges of our lives. We also offer the same prayers for our husbands and other loved ones. Learn these … [Read more...]
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3 Wifely Duties and Husbandly Tasks That Keep Your Home Running Smoothly
Girlfriend duties to wifely duties – with the change in relationship status comes to a change in duties and tasks. The same goes for men – boyfriend to husband. Responsibilities and expectations change as well; and for each household, it is different. Your mate will not have the same expectation of you or you of them, as your neighbor has of their mate. It’s personal. It’s … [Read more...]
4 Prayers to Pray to Break Financial Curses and Increase Financial Blessing
Is it right to pray for wealth and prosperity? Although the Bible is very clear in 1 Timothy 6:10 that “the love of money is the root of all evil," it is also clear from Psalm 11:1-3 that "wealth and riches are for those that fear the Lord.” It is God’s desire to see His children move in great authority through building and distributing wealth. But what do you do when you can’t … [Read more...]
4 Steps for Preparing Yourself Financially Within Your Marriage
Money and finances are one of the top 3 reasons cited for divorce. It is a very important topic couples must deal with. It erodes a lot of people’s marriage and brings about unbearable stress in the lives of couples. As a couple, you need to have an open and honest dialogue about this topic of money. First, think about how you grow financially within marriage. After you’ve … [Read more...]
How Do Kids Suffer in Dysfunctional Marriages?
Dr. Buckingham, I am stuck in between a rock and a hard place in my marriage. My marriage is totally dysfunctional. My husband and I live like we are roommates and try our best to remain sane in our home. However, it is becoming more and more difficult. We are in constant conflict about our finances, parenting, intimacy and family functioning. He accuses me of being … [Read more...]
Here’s Why Your Credit Score Matters to Generational Wealth
Your credit score is calculated using information compiled in your credit report. It’s a generic term used to describe the three-digit number assigned to you based on your credit history up until a particular moment. Your credit score alerts banks, employers, landlords, credit card companies, finance companies, mortgage lenders, and your potential spouse as … [Read more...]
Wives: 5 Ways to R-E-S-P-E-C-T Your Husband
For a woman, respecting her husband, especially when she feels he doesn't deserve it, can be a really difficult thing to do. As his wife, she has to be intentional about giving him respect when her emotions are running high and her marriage hits a rough patch. If she is a woman of faith, she shows him respect as a matter of obedience to God’s word. However, this becomes even … [Read more...]
Should I Continue to Date Men Who Do Not Meet My Standards?
Dear Dr. Buckingham, I am a 36-year-old, single female and I deal with what I think a lot of successful black women are dealing with - the idea that we have to date down. In other words, settle for less than what we desire in a man. I have been living in the D.C. area since graduating from Howard University. I am from Alabama and have a southern girl mentality. I share that … [Read more...]
These 3 Money Exercises Are a Must If You Want to Build Lasting Wealth
Dr. Dennis Kimbro, author of The Wealth Choice: Success Secrets of Black Millionaires says, “I can tell you unequivocally wealth is not a function of gender, not a function of race. It is not a function of circumstance. It is not a function of condition—how the cards were dealt, which side of the town you were born on, but it is a function of choice, a … [Read more...]
5 Crucial Tactics For Crafting a Wealth Building Mindset and Securing Generational Wealth
Shifting your money mindset from spending to building wealth is the cornerstone of any wealth-building plan. Achieving this mindset begins with adjusting your overall approach to spending and your overall relationship with consumerism. In addition to the great suggestions offered in the video below, here are five ways you can craft a wealth building mindset and create … [Read more...]
5 Areas of Submission in Marriage Every Relationship Needs to Succeed
Submission is typically thought of as being compliant or obedient to someone else. However, in this context, a different consideration of the word submission is revealed. If you break this word down into its two parts, you have SUB and MISSION. Sub: a prefix meaning under, underneath, or below; as in submarine or sublevel Mission: an important goal, duty, calling, … [Read more...]
Can My Cheating, Lying, and Baby-Making Husband Change?
Dear Dr. Buckingham, I have been married for 7 years with 2 girls. My husband cheats and has 2 boys from his affairs. Each time I forgive him and try to get past it. Once caught, he lies unless I show him the evidence; then, he admits it and blames the women for making it easy for him to cheat on me. Sometimes he blames it on his ego. Sometimes he wants favors from the women … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Kick Financial Infidelity Out of Your Marriage in 2018
Financial infidelity, like romantic infidelity, is rooted in deception, lying, and secrecy. Instead of holding your cards close to your chest when it comes to your relationship with another person, financial infidelity surfaces when you purposely mislead and withhold information about money and money matters. In December 2010, Harris Interactive fielded the Financial … [Read more...]
Are You Prepared? These 4 Things Can Make or Break Your Marriage
My 13 year old son recently asked me a question that many of you are probably familiar with. It's the good old, "If you fill a glass half full of water, is the glass half full or half empty?" Naturally, I responded with the very wise, adult answer of, "well, it depends on your perspective." His response was, "No Mommy. It's completely full. It's half full of water and half full … [Read more...]