Are you dedicated to helping couples strengthen their marriages? Whether you’re new to marriage mentoring or want to refine your approach, we’ve compiled some tools and resources to help you. You’re a resource for the couples you work with; therefore, seeking support for yourselves is critical. Let’s take a look at a few articles and books that will get you started.
Resources for Marriage Mentors
5 Tips for Effectively Mentoring Another Married Couple
If you’re dedicated to mentoring couples, knowing what makes a mentor effective pays dividends. From setting appropriate boundaries to letting your mentees learn from their mistakes, there are several steps you can take to establish a healthy mentorship from the start. You can read more here.
The Intimacy Goals Every Married Couple Should Set
Discussing intimacy with your mentees can be challenging, especially if you’re early in your mentorship relationship. But talking about intimacy doesn’t necessarily mean discussing sex. Instead, you’re helping couples navigate the issues that underpin and pave the way for healthy intimacy: communication and conflict management. Dive in here to learn more.
How Better Awareness Builds a Better Marriage
Two of the most powerful skills you can teach couples to cultivate are self-awareness and empathy. Being more self-aware and empathic ultimately builds stronger marriages. So how do you lead your mentees in the right direction? Read the full article here.
4 Romance Myths Couples Should Bust Right Now
As marriage mentors, you’ll encounter many common myths and misconceptions from your mentees. It’s crucial to gently help your couples debunk these myths so they have a greater chance of building a strong, lasting marriage. This article discusses four common myths about romance couples should leave behind. Learn what they are here.
Why Personality Makes Every Marriage Unique
The personalities that enter each marriage make it completely unique. That can be both exciting and daunting for marriage mentors! Read more about how personality impacts your mentoring here.
Book: The Complete Guide to Marriage Mentoring
Interested in becoming a marriage mentor? The Complete Guide to Marriage Mentoring will help you get started on the right path. We’ll teach you about the big picture when it comes to mentoring couples, the Marriage Mentoring Triad, and the essential skills you need to mentor couples. Take a look at the book and get a copy here.
Book: Helping Couples
We co-wrote our book, Helping Couples, with Dr. David Olson of Prepare/Enrich. This compact but powerful book contains our combined learnings from decades of research focused on over five million marriages. If you’re looking for proven, actionable strategies backed by data that you can implement with your mentees right away, this book will point you in the right direction. Learn more and order your copy here.
Deepen Your Mentorship: Become a SYMBIS Facilitator
If you want to take your mentorship to the next level, consider becoming a SYMBIS Facilitator. This is a great opportunity to support the couples you work with on a deeper level through the SYMBIS Assessment. Learn more about becoming a facilitator here, and check out the FAQ if you have additional questions.
What are your favorite resources for helping couples? Share your recommendations in the comments section.
