Marriage Burnout

It’s when you’ve become tired and it doesn’t feel that you have the energy to stick with the process. You start to feel exhausted and emotionally depleted Signs- Things you used to do with your partner do not excite you. Withdrawal, irritability, frustration, nagging Loss of intimacy Loss of ability to compromise or discuss issues […]

When Your Best Isn’t Good Enough

When you know that you’ve given your all to your relationship and it still doesn’t seem good enough- there is probably a deeper rooted issue. Reasons might include: Comparisons- standards and expectations  Lack of Respect- broken promises Lack of Forgiveness- betrayal or deceit Love Language- needs are not met   gifts, quality time, intimacy, affirmation, acts […]

Passive-Aggressive Relationships

Passive-aggressive behavior can be so frustrating to the one on the receiving end.  How do you handle it in a relationship? Passive-aggressive individuals avoid addressing their true feelings (such as hurt, fear, sadness).   Rather than saying how they truly feel- they may Push buttons intentionally to get a response Play the victim- always blaming everyone […]

How to Beat the Odds

How to Beat the Odds “I can’t do this anymore…”  Let’s talk about divorce and how to beat the odds. The Stats: There are approximately 750,000 divorces in the US a year.   The divorce rate is about 2.9 per 1000  One divorce takes place every 13 seconds. Top Leading Causes Lack of commitment Infidelity  Too […]

HOW DO YOU KNOW?

How do you know you are giving them the love and support they need? When you: – Comfort them when they are hurting – Have their back when they are mistreated – Listen to their heart – Support them when they are falling or feel weak – Bring out the best in them – Encourage […]

Are You A Peace-maker or a Peace-breaker?

Are You A Peace-maker or a Peace-breaker? Most couples don’t know how to fight fair.  They just want to be heard and really don’t care about what their partner has to say.   Disagreements shouldn’t become full blown arguments with tempers flaring the voices yelling across the room.  There is a way to be a peacemaker […]

Your money, my money- whose money is it anyway?

Your money, my money- whose money is it anyway? Managing money can be challenging for some- even more challenging for couples. Although income gaps, unequal financial responsibilities, imbalanced spending habits are common, couples shouldn’t let money come between them. Look for the signs: Fear of disapproval- When partners constantly find themselves justifying purchases to each […]

10 Red Flags of an Unhealthy Relationship

We all know that relationships can be difficult.  It becomes even more challenging when you are involved in one that is unhealthy.  Here are 10 RED FLAGS that you may need to reevaluate your relationship or seek counseling to fully address problematic issues. Letting your partner define you– You’ve lost your identity based upon your […]

Commitment- Through Thick and Thin

Marriage requires commitment- we all know that.  When times are good, it’s easy to commitment. No worries, high intimacy, great communication.   But what about the times when commitment is hard?  When you’ve fallen out of love?  When you are hurt by what they did?  When you are frustrated by what they didn’t do? It’s during […]

Are You Growing Apart?

Over time, couples may find themselves growing apart. They become unhappy, but they’re not quite sure when it began.  The ebb and flow is sometimes hard to navigate.  That’s why it’s important to always pay attention to your partner- changes in their behavior or response toward you like shutting down, spending more time away, etc.  […]