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3 Remarriage Myths That Could Jeopardize Your Second Marriage

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“There’s no way I’ll face the same problems as I did in my first marriage. I’m marrying a completely different person this time!” That’s a common misconception among remarrying people. Remarriage doesn’t erase the pitfalls every married couple faces. In fact, the baggage you bring from your first marriage could amplify your challenges. The truth is, people entering their second marriage often believe several myths that create obstacles in their new relationship. Releasing your attachment to these myths could mean the difference between a successful remarriage and avoidable heartache. Let’s debunk three of these common remarriage myths now. Myth #1:…

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Help! Should We Share All Our “Baggage” Before the Wedding?

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Should your fiance know all about your past “baggage” before the wedding—like mistakes, bad decisions, and past dating relationships? One of the greatest joys of finding your soul mate is the ability to be authentic, share your heart, and speak without fear. You want to get to know the real person, not the edited version. Relationships are most vital when both partners feel free to be themselves. Still, revealing past details can be both scary and overwhelming. You might be grappling with the idea of sharing traumatic experiences, mistakes and poor decisions you’ve made in the past, or even sexual…

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We’ve Been Dating For Years, But I Want To Get Married. Help!

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So you want to get married, but your significant other is reluctant. Engagement seems a long way off, if it happens at all. What do you do? If you’ve been in a relationship for a long time—maybe even years—you’re likely thinking of the future. But how can you get to the future if the person you’re dating is ambivalent about engagement? You’re ready to take that step toward making the ultimate commitment. How do you get them on board? How Much Longer Should You Wait? Is it worth waiting for your significant other to be ready? Should you keep dating…

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We Were Friends Before Dating. Should We Wait to Get Engaged?

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Should you wait to get engaged if you were long-time friends before dating? Maybe you’ve only been dating briefly, but you’re sure you want to marry. You might have discussed engagement with loved ones. However, perhaps they seem put off by the idea. If you’ve known one another for a long time, is there an appropriate waiting period before engagement? Give People Time to Adjust This relationship progression might seem like a long time coming to the two of you. But to friends and family, a quick engagement might feel sudden. Even though you’ve shared a long history, the time…

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Have A Very Merry Newlywed Christmas

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So you’re spending your first Christmas together as a married couple. Congratulations! How can you make this Christmas a special event you’ll remember for years to come? Your first Christmas together is a chance to set the tone for the coming years of marriage. It also offers a wonderful opportunity for establishing new traditions and making memories you can take through the decades. Most importantly, Christmas is a time to focus on the love you have for one another and the future you’re envisioning together. We’ve gathered some tips and ideas to help you make this Christmas with your spouse…

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Age Gaps in Marriage: Do They Work?

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Do marriages work well when spouses have a significant age gap? Love knows no bounds, and that’s true regarding age. You and your dating partner, fiance, or spouse might be ten, fifteen, or twenty years apart. Regardless of your age difference, a happy and fulfilling marriage is possible. Marriage generally has its ups and downs, without factoring in significant age differences. An age gap creates different circumstances than marrying someone around the same age. In contrast, there are some unique considerations to consider before marrying someone much older or younger than you. Age Differences vs. Differences in Core Values Age…

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Engagement Roundup: What You Need to Know Before the Wedding

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Are you engaged or hoping to be engaged soon? Planning your wedding is one of the most important seasons of your life, but there’s more to prepare for than the ceremony itself. Today, we’re sharing some fresh resources to help you along your way, all in one place. We believe you can never have too many trusted resources while you prepare for your wedding – and the life you’ll build together in the years to come. Marriage is a wonderful and exciting journey. It takes knowledge, preparation, and a willingness to grow together in order to achieve lifelong love. Ready…

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Do We Really Need Pre-Marriage Counseling?

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If you’re engaged (or planning to get engaged in the future), it’s important to make sure that pre-marriage counseling is on your radar. While pre-marriage counseling isn’t necessarily required, we don’t believe any couple should skip this important step. Going to counseling before you marry can help you get to know one another on a deeper level—and possibly prevent certain problems before they arise. Before we go any further, yes; we highly recommend pre-marriage counseling. Now, let’s go over a few reasons why. A Trusted Counselor Offers Objective Feedback It’s so important to have a source of objective feedback, especially…

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My Fiancé and I Have Family Problems. Should We Elope?

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Family problems are common for many individuals. If you don’t have issues in your immediate family, you likely have extended family members with their own problems. When a couple brings two families together for a wedding, it’s possible that some of those issues could surface. If the two of you are facing potentially significant family problems surrounding your wedding, you might have discussed eloping instead of having a ceremony. After all, avoiding family complications would give you the much-needed peace you desire. Eloping could allow you and your fiancé to truly focus on one another, rather than any drama that…

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Help! My Future Mother-In-Law is Trying to Take Over My Wedding

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It’s almost wedding season, and many engaged couples all over the world are getting ready for their big day. Your world has likely been engulfed by flowers, cakes, dresses, and catering menus. Engagement is an exciting time, but like all seasons, it has its ups and downs. Wedding planning should be an enjoyable experience for engaged couples, but often, it’s stressful and intense instead. It’s disheartening to experience family drama before you’ve even said, “I do.” So how do you respond to them in a loving way? Should you entertain their suggestions, change your wedding plans to fit their wishes,…

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