I was watching a performance of the musical “Dreamgirls” recently, and it brought up an important theme about not giving up on your dreams. Whether you have a dream, vision or just trying to find one, you have to remember how important it is to have someone in your life that will support and encourage your dream. That's why as singles you have every right to be selective about … [Read more...]
Its Not Them, It’s YOU! 4 Things People in Relationships Should STOP Doing!
What you focus on is what will grow and it might be about time that you stop focusing on everything that is wrong in your relationship! I think at times we forget that we chose our mates for a reason. You talked the big talk, you had the big wedding, you professed your love and commitment to this person and now you’re a few years in and your entire tune has changed! The … [Read more...]
The First Year of Marriage Does Not Have To Be The Hardest
My wife and I just completed our first year of marriage. People told us that the first year of marriage would be difficult. I never put much thought into the notion because I knew from the beginning marriage is going to require work. As long as we were willing to commit to put in the work, I knew we would be fine. Consequently, we have had a great first year of marriage! … [Read more...]
5 Things You Can Do to Keep Your Relationship from Crashing and Burning
"Well that's just not who I am!" When I heard this yet again from another client I knew I had to write about it. I often coach clients and couples who are very resistant to change. In many cases, they feel stagnant and disconnected in relationships that have reached a new season and require evolution and growth. Often times, when couples reach this point, rather than … [Read more...]