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Celebrating a Holiday Season Full of Gratitude and Love

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The holidays are a wonderful time to refocus on two of the most impactful values in life: gratitude and love. No matter what’s happening in the world around us, these are key values that remind us of what’s most important. Holidays give us the opportunity to reflect and align our lives with greater love and thankfulness for everything we have. Whatever the year has brought — and no matter what the new year has in store — it’s important to focus on positive events and lessons learned. Let’s talk about some important ways we can pause and reflect on our…

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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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My Spouse Undermines Me In Front Of The Kids. What Do I Do?

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Parenting should be a team effort. But what happens when your spouse undermines you–especially in front of the kids? Raising and disciplining children are important joint responsibilities you and your spouse share. As a united front, the two of you are guiding your children toward what you hope will be a productive and successful adulthood. However, sometimes couples with kids get out of sync. Maybe your spouse has a habit of undermining you in front of your children when you’re trying to offer guidance or dole out discipline. How should you respond to that? Is it possible to get back…

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Help! We’re Leading Separate Lives

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Have you and your spouse ever experienced a dry season? Do you feel more like roommates than husband and wife? If you’ve felt like you’re leading separate lives lately, there’s still hope. Marriage goes through many seasons over time. There will be periods in your life that feel less intimate than others. On the other hand, you’ll also experience times when you feel closer than ever. If you and your spouse are living through a season of disconnection, it’s important to find ways to come back together. Let’s explore some important things you and your spouse can do to get…

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How to Celebrate Your Marriage All Year

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Do you and your spouse celebrate your marriage throughout the year? Anniversaries are wonderful times to reflect on your relationship. But we encourage you to celebrate each other all year long. These celebrations can look however you want them to, and give you something to look forward to in the midst of the mundane. If you’re ready to celebrate the life you’ve created together, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’re sharing some tips to help you get started. Your marriage deserves to be celebrated, so let’s jump right in. Don’t Wait for Typical “Special Occasions” You don’t have…

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How Can I Be A Better Spouse?

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Do you want to be a better spouse? Setting out to improve your marriage requires self-awareness and a willingness to correct unhealthy patterns. It requires humility and dedication. Whatever state of health your marriage is in, you can always find ways to be a better husband or wife. Wondering what you can do to improve your marriage? We’ve gathered some practical answers to help you start on the right path. Let’s jump in. Ask Your Spouse One of the most enlightening things you can do to be a better spouse is simply asking how! Try asking your husband or wife,…

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I Think My Spouse Is Depressed. How Can I Help?

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Depression is the most common emotional struggle people face. Different individuals experience it in different ways, and it can range from mild to severe. Because depression varies so widely, it can sometimes be difficult to identify. So let’s say your spouse hasn’t been acting like themselves lately. Maybe their demeanor seems downtrodden, or they aren’t interested in things they used to enjoy. Could your spouse be depressed? If so, how can you help them through this challenging time? Common Signs of Depression First, it’s important to educate yourself about depression so you can better support your spouse. Depression can vary…

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Is It Possible to Prevent an Affair?

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Most married couples want to know: is it possible to prevent infidelity? This is an incredibly important question to ask yourselves. The fact you’re interested in the answer means that you’re probably already building a hedge of protection around your marriage. Most likely, you and your spouse have taken steps to set yourselves up for success. Of course, you don’t want to spend your life feeling anxious and fearful. But it’s also true that one of the biggest myths about affairs is that you’re committed enough to be invulnerable. Even some of the strongest marriages are vulnerable to a potential…

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How Do I Keep My Spouse From Staring at the Opposite Sex?

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Can you stop your spouse from staring at the opposite sex? It’s a pretty common problem among couples: one spouse spots an attractive person, and they have a hard time looking away. What can you do to put a stop to that? Is it even possible? It can feel threatening for our spouse to notice another person’s appearance. But it’s a part of nature. We enjoy beauty, and as humans, we’re going to notice an attractive person from time to time. So how should we handle that? Is It Noticing or Staring? There’s a difference between noticing someone’s appearance and…

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Help! My Spouse Flirts On Social Media. How Do I Stop It?

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Can you stop your spouse from flirting on social media? The advent of social media platforms gave us many new ways to connect. While most of these technological advances are positive, there are some negative effects, too. Married couples must be cautious and vigilant about how they communicate online–or they risk compromising their marriage. For instance, let’s say you’ve seen your spouse engaging with the opposite sex via social media. They might be friends or acquaintances, but you’ve seen some interactions that made you feel uncomfortable. Is your spouse crossing the line into flirtation? If so, how do you stop…

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