One thing I've learned in my marriage is the importance of being able to bounce back after a disagreement. Getting back to happy with my hubby can be a bit of a struggle whenever I allow myself to dwell in the negative space of who was right and who was wrong. I can replay certain scenarios over and over again in my head just to find evidence of how my argument made the most … [Read more...]
The Real Reasons You and Your Spouse Continue to Fight Over the Same Old Thing
There are lessons to be learned in nearly every challenge we experience. But what you choose to do with those lessons is up to you. However, what I find in so many marriages is that couples are having the same disagreements over and over again because the lessons aren't quite landing and sticking as they should. It's frustrating to express what bothers you to your spouse, … [Read more...]
Why It’s Acceptable to Disagree with Your Spouse in Public
It really bothers me when my husband and I are at odds. Although it's normal to disagree with a spouse, that encounter is typically not a pleasant one. It can leave an individual feeling stressed, frustrated and simply angry. Now imagine those same emotions surfacing while in the company of others. It was especially challenging for me when my husband and I were among friends … [Read more...]