Okay, so I was recently doing a speaking engagement, lecturing to a group of women about how to get the passion back in their marriages. One woman asked the simple question, "how can I get my husband to stop being a couch potato?" When I coach people I often tell them that they shouldn't date or marry someone with hopes of changing them, but this question made me think a … [Read more...]
Husbands: Don’t Run From Couples Counseling! It’s Not as Bad as You Think
Unfortunately, far too many couples would rather keep their marriage woes a deep, dark, and dirty secret. Some think if they ignore the problem, it will automatically disappear. Not true. It only persists. Honestly, there shouldn’t be any shame in reaching out and sharing your truth in order to receive the help you need. The reasons couples typically steer clear of working … [Read more...]
Fellas: 10 Things She Still Wants to Hear After All These Years
It comes as no surprise that after being together for years, you can unknowingly take your spouse for granted. The courtship should never stop. It should last forever through spontaneity and kind, loving words. I know that I love to feel appreciated, as I'm sure most women do. In addition to FEELING loved and wanted, it's nice to hear it, too! To the guys, here are 10 things … [Read more...]
5 Tips I Learned from My Toddler on How to be a Better Spouse
by Andrea S. Moore Watching my daughter interact with her Daddy is inspiring. While I will forever claim that she is a complete Mommy’s girl, I will admit that she loves her Daddy just as much as I do. Recently I took the opportunity to take note of how attentive and affectionate my daughter is towards her father. When she caught me smiling at her she responded with a … [Read more...]