A few common concerns I’ve heard from some married couples are husbands need more sex and wives want better communication. With each of these being the areas affected most in relationships, it’s no wonder it’s a constant sore spot for both partners. Wives typically want their husbands to open up more frequently, and sometimes that isn’t always easy. Husbands typically want … [Read more...]
Are Wives Always Expected to Say Yes to Sex?
I love conversations about love and marriage. When people open up about their relationships and true heart to heart conversations take place, I’m usually all ears, ready to offer support, share my own experience, or just listen. This past week, in particular, was especially powerful because it was my first time participating in a prayer call with the Anointed Wives Ministry. … [Read more...]
5 Types of Couples You and Your Spouse Don’t Ever Want to Become
My goals for my marriage are pretty simple. I want a home where love and peace are overflowing and I desire a marriage built on love, trust, honor, and commitment. In order for each of those ideals to exist, I have to check my attitude, make sacrifices, and practice effective communication. In knowing what I want for marriage, I must also be aware of what I don’t … [Read more...]
Hot and Spicy or Dry and Stale? Here’s What Your Sex Life Might Be Saying About Your Marriage
For most couples, the highlight of their relationship is the intimacy. Looking forward to connecting to one another in this way, is definitely a benefit to your marriage. However, we all know that intimacy is the first to suffer when our relationship hits a barrier. I mean, who's really interested in making love when they don’t even want to be in the same room with their … [Read more...]
5 Nightly Bedtime Routines Couples Should Eliminate ASAP!
In marriage, sometimes routine comes with the territory. It's so easy to become complacent and continuously do what feels comfortable and familiar. When there isn’t much of a variety in dinner, or when the date nights all start to look alike, both are signs you’ve found yourself in a routine. Of course with working families and busy parents, routine is sometimes necessary. … [Read more...]