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Dec 31
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How to Build Your New Year’s Vision Together

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The New Year is almost here! How will you work together to build your vision for the coming year? Spending time to create a New Year’s vision is invaluable, both as individuals and for you as a couple. It’s a time to review the past year, and to dream, plan, and set goals for the months ahead. In today’s article, we’re sharing tips to inspire your New Year’s planning session. Let’s dive right in. Check in on the state of your marriage, and how you want to grow. The New Year brings plenty of opportunities to review where you are…

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Nov 19
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What Happened To The Person I Married?

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What happened to the person you fell in love with? Back when you were dating and newly married, you thought you knew your spouse. Now, they’ve changed, and you’re not sure you recognize them anymore. What should you do? One of the biggest marriage myths is, “The person I fell in love with will always stay the same.” When your spouse changes, it can be startling. That’s particularly true if the change is significant. We romanticize the idea of what our spouse will be like as a husband or wife. That’s completely normal. But we’re not prepared when some of…

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Nov 05
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I Struggle To Encourage My Spouse. Help Me Say The Right Things!

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Do you find it difficult to encourage your spouse? Maybe you feel awkward, uncertain, or even unheard when you offer praise. Perhaps your spouse rejects your encouragement. You might even find yourself thinking (or saying), “I just can’t seem to say anything right!” Sometimes, it’s hard to know what to say. If you’re a person of few words or your personality is more introverted, expressing praise can feel uncomfortable. And if your spouse struggles with low self-esteem or feelings of inadequacy in certain areas, it can be difficult for them to hear and accept encouraging words. In both scenarios, there…

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Oct 15
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My Spouse Acts Like a Single Person. What Should I Do?

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You’re married, but your spouse still acts single. They spend more time with their friends than with you, and that’s a frustrating position to be in. How can you convince them to prioritize time with you instead? No one wants to experience loss in order to pursue something new, but marriage is a life commitment. The truth is, it’s impossible to cultivate intimacy in your marriage and still support the kind of time you gave your friendships while you were single. You and your spouse don’t have to give up your friends, but making adjustments is essential. If You’re the…

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Oct 08
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I’ve Fallen Out of “Like” With My Spouse. What Now?

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So you’ve fallen out of “like” with your spouse. What do you do now? Love is such a mysterious experience. It ebbs, flows, and goes through seasons. Married couples sometimes feel they don’t like one another as much as they once did. Even though you love your spouse, it’s possible to dislike things about them. It’s not realistic to expect the full experience of love at all times. That’s because love is made up of many components: respect, companionship, humor, shared experiences, intimacy, and more. In some seasons of life, you may have an imbalance of some of these factors…

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Jul 02
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Honesty Roundup: How to Navigate Truth and Lies in Marriage

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Are you ready to build a happier, healthier marriage? Honesty is an important foundational ingredient in the healthiest marriages. It allows us to communicate in an open, vulnerable, and authentic way. Sometimes, it’s also tricky to navigate. Today on the blog, we’ve gathered some of our top posts about truth and lies in marriage. If you’re looking to build a more honest relationship with your spouse, this is a great place to start. What to Do When A Spouse Lies Catching your spouse in a lie is devastating. Dishonesty erodes the foundation of trust you’ve built in your marriage. No…

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Jun 18
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My Spouse Betrayed Me. Is It Fair to Make Them Pay?

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Is revenge justified when your spouse betrays you? Whatever happened, this betrayal was devastating to your emotional wellbeing. It affected important aspects of your life and made moving forward incredibly difficult. If your spouse hurt you that deeply, is it fair to make them pay for what they did? Shouldn’t they have to suffer, too? Betrayal is one of life’s most painful experiences. That’s especially true when it happens within a marriage. Some betrayals are easier to overcome than others. Still, they’re all painful enough to make even the kindest, most patient person want revenge. Revenge Won’t Repair Your Heart…

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Apr 16
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Help! My Spouse Is Terminally Ill, and I’m Overwhelmed By Guilt

By Marriage, Scripture One Comment

If your spouse has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, the emotional toll can feel overwhelming. The prospect of losing the love of your life is unimaginable. This is an incredibly painful situation to be in. It’s common for caregivers to feel a broad range of emotions throughout their partner’s illness, including guilt. Guilt can play a significant part when your spouse is seriously ill, and you continue to be healthy. You may be processing all the future experiences your spouse won’t be able to share. Or, you might be struggling with the caregiving responsibilities that come with terminal illness….

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Apr 02
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My Spouse is a Sports Nut! How Can I Get More Attention?

By Marriage, Recreation One Comment

So you’re married to a sports nut. The good news is, you’re not alone. Let’s say your spouse is deeply immersed in sports. Maybe you feel like you lose them every spring when baseball season kicks off. Or they might hyper focus on one sport after another throughout the year. If you’re not particularly interested in sports, having a sports nut spouse can leave you feeling lonely from time to time. We’re sharing some ways you can reframe their obsession, as well as some tips for taking back some of that couples time you value so much. Let’s jump in!…

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Mar 26
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Springtime Roundup: Embrace The New Season Together

By Marriage, Recreation, Time No Comments

Spring is here, bringing new opportunities to nurture your marriage. It’s a season of new growth, fresh beginnings, and hope for the future. If you’re ready to strengthen your relationship in the coming months, spring is the perfect time to start. We’ve gathered some of our favorite posts all about springtime, adventure, dating, and joy to inspire you as we move into April. Enjoy this time of year together, and make time for lighthearted fun. Ready to read more? Let’s dive in. 5 Spring Date Ideas To Enjoy With Your Sweetheart Looking for springtime date ideas? The weather is warming…

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