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Do We Really Need Pre-Marriage Counseling?

By Engagement One Comment

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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Before the Wedding: Resources for Engaged Couples

By Engagement, Marriage One Comment

Wedding season is approaching, and many couples all over the world are getting ready for the big day. Are you and your fiance prepared–not just for the wedding, but for your married life, too? Whether you’re newly engaged, planning your wedding, or walking down the aisle this year, there are some important things you need to know before you get married. In this post, we’ve pulled together some helpful resources for you, all in one place. We want to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed for years to come. Ready to dive in? Let’s go….

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One Thing You Can’t Afford to Skip When You’re Engaged

By Engagement 3 Comments

When you’re engaged, there are so many things to do. You’re in the middle of dreaming of your new life together, planning a wedding, and enjoying the time you get to spend with your fiance. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the responsibilities and checklists, but there’s one thing you can’t afford to neglect during your engagement: pre-marriage counseling. Pre-marriage counseling is one of the most important things you and your fiance can do in the lead-up to the wedding day. This type of counseling involves working with a licensed counselor, or a minister experienced in helping engaged couples,…

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4 Essential Tips You Need To Know Before Marriage

By Engagement, Marriage 2 Comments

There is so much to learn and experience through marriage, from the moment you say “I do.” Over the decades, you will learn more about yourself, one another, and the dynamics of marriage than anyone could ever tell you. Still, it’s helpful to understand certain aspects of this incredible relationship in order to set your expectations before you get married. Whether you’re dating, engaged, or planning to marry someday, there are a few essential tips you need to know before you walk down the aisle. These simple tips will make all the difference in how you experience this new chapter…

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Caution! Slow: 3 Ways to Handle Critical Premarital Counseling

By Communication, Self Reflection 15 Comments

The engagement period in your relationship is one of the most exciting times in your life–and one of the longest waits you’ll ever experience. You’re anticipating a beautiful wedding, a romantic honeymoon, and seeing all the dreams you’ve created together finally come to life. You feel like you’ve finally found “the one”…until a pastor, family member, friend, or counselor speaks out against your relationship. You’re thrown for a loop! What’s going on? It’s very upsetting to hear someone you respect say that you shouldn’t get married yet. Most likely, your first response was emotional. But if you’re facing this situation…

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