I am one of those people who loves the feeling of being in love. I love the idea of it, the feeling of it, the heat of it. And I am blessed to be married to a man who makes me feel it often. I'm not gonna lie, it's not an every day feeling. But, it wouldn't be married life if it were. See, that's the thing. Married life is all at once amazing, full, frustrating, and … [Read more...]
3 Truths He Wants to Tell You but May Not Know How
There are truths your mate wants to share with you but doesn't know how. Some conversations are easy, while others are hard to have. When it comes to things that he doesn't know how to tell you, he may be struggling for words that will be well received. If he can't find the words, he may avoid the conversation all together. He doesn't want to upset you, doesn't want to be … [Read more...]
Do You Have Emotional Intimacy With Your Man?
As a coach I often find myself having this conversation with female clients who call me to get advice about dealing with their husbands. So let me get this straight, if he tells you about his feelings he needs to stop whining, but when he doesn't tell you how he feels he isn't open and doesn't communicate well? Another famous line is "he acts like the woman in the … [Read more...]
If Left Unchecked, 5 Ways Your Insecurities Can Wreak Havoc on Your Marriage!
"Sometimes anger is just fear wrapped up in insecurity." If it's one thing I've noticed just through being in a relationship and through my coaching and interactions with my audience it’s that we aren't nearly as "hard" as we claim to be. For some reason we feel the need to express our frustrations and fears in the form of confrontation or being nonchalant. In other words we … [Read more...]
How Can I Be Transparent and Vulnerable in My Marriage? 4 Strategies to Use Today
Are you willing to be fully transparent and vulnerable in your marriage? Marriage requires transparency and vulnerability. The good of you, the bad of you, and the best of you are a part of your marriage. It’s up to each individual to own up to who you are as a person and live in your truth. When you live in that truth you can celebrate you, change and work on those areas that … [Read more...]
Is Your Spouse Aware of Your Back-Story?
We all know our past and upbringing all contribute to the type of adults and spouses we become. Unfortunately, a large number of individuals who were raised in homes where arguing, yelling, and name calling were the norm later grew up and, more than likely, sought a partner they could have a similar relationship with. People who came from loving and nurturing environments … [Read more...]