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...]
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 … [Read more...]
How to Shut Down an Argument Without Shutting Down Your Spouse
What couple hasn’t had an argument? All couples disagree. It’s natural. In fact, it is normal to have differing opinions from time to time. What’s not normal is fussing and cussing, going back and forth, and arguing till someone shuts down. Similarly, if you're not careful, instead of shutting down the argument, you can end up shutting down your spouse. So, let's reverse this. … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Support Your Spouse When They Need You the Most
Boy oh boy can life have its way with us. As long as we live, we will continue to experience the ups and downs that are thrown our way. Some of it can really knock the wind out of us if we don't have a strong enough support system. And your marriage should actually be that system. When life hits your spouse hard, it's not your job to hit them even harder. Couples should know … [Read more...]
10 Godly Ways (Plus Scriptures) to Resolve Conflict with Your Spouse
The truth is, we will have conflict in marriage. It’s normal. Conflict is a disagreement caused by varying opinions. No two people have the same opinion all the time, even if you are husband and wife. However, conflict can be healthy when you decide to stand together and wage war on the problem, not on each other. Here are 10 Godly ways to resolve conflict starting … [Read more...]
3 Easy & Effective Tips to Reduce Conflict in Your Marriage
Last year, my husband and I went on a marriage cruise (kid-free). Not only was it the first time we'd ever been on a cruise but it was the first time we were away from home for so long to focus solely on our marriage. And, as the new BMWK Marriage Cruise is underway, I wanted to reflect on one of the most powerful sessions we experienced during the cruise. One of the biggest … [Read more...]
4 Necessary Relationship Skills that Help Work Past Conflict
Much like life itself, marriage is an emotional roller coaster. Happily Ever After is not an everyday concept. Happily Ever After comes after both the commitment and the work put in. The rough days are guaranteed on this road. I remember overhearing a friend of mine in an argument with his fiancé at the time. Her sobs poured through the phone through her jumbled words, but I … [Read more...]
5 Ways You Can Talk Yourself Right Out of a Good Husband
There is power in the tongue. Through your words, you have the power to build your husband up, but you also have the power tear him down. I've seen plenty of women talk themselves right out of a good husband or boyfriend. Check out these five ways that your mouth can seriously change your relationship status from married to single. And don't worry fellas, we have five ways you … [Read more...]