This past August, my husband and I celebrated 17 years of marriage. I’m proud of us as a couple. We had to overcome poor communication as well as learn how to properly manage our relationship when we were upset. I had to learn what it really meant to be a good wife. So, by the time we arrived at year 17, I must admit, it felt amazing - especially knowing that we are better … [Read more...]
Do Your Relationship Actions Match Your Marriage Rep?
How many of you have ever met a couple that really seemed to have it together and thought to yourself, “wow they are a great couple. I’d like to have a relationship like that one day." Not only do they appear to love each other deeply, they also seem to really like each other. They laugh and have fun together. She is a good wife and mother. He is a good husband and … [Read more...]
Are You Really About This “Married” Life?
It seems as though a large majority of married folks aren’t really prepared or equipped with all of the tools needed to be successful in love. It’s obvious, in most cases, they aren’t particularly ready for all the responsibility that comes along with being married. Prior to saying “I Do” there should be a checklist that every future husband and wife must review, consider … [Read more...]
5 Things You Are Not Required to Do in Your Marriage
In my coaching practice I am usually quick to highlight the actions a couple should take in order to maintain the joy and peace in their relationship. Also equally important is reminding both partners of the things they actually don't have to do, that they may have assumed were necessary for their marriage. When we marry we sometimes think we have to be our spouse’s … [Read more...]
What Exactly is the “Work” People Say Is Required in Marriage?
How often have you heard the phrase, "marriage takes work"? This saying usually raises concerns to those who are considering marriage. Married folks definitely make it sound a lot harder than it actually is. Those single folks who were already on the fence can easily be persuaded to remain single at the thought of "work". I mean who really wants to work when it comes to … [Read more...]