The process of discovering sexual satisfaction is an ever-changing, always-adapting experience in marriage. It is deeply personal and can be complicated and confusing. That’s why it’s vital to regularly communicate about and evaluate your sex life. When was the last time you talked about your sex life?
Read more →If you travel with a global positioning system (GPS), it’s likely you’ve had this happen. Your GPS is programmed to get you to your destination in a safe and reliable way until you decide you’d rather take a different route. You go straight instead of turning where the system wants you to turn and in [...]
Read more →Make a resolution in the new year to replace your “me” attitude with a “we” mentality. Marriage is the making of one life out of two, which requires constant interaction, communication, and a heart to serve. How can you turn in your “me” attitude for a “we” attitude?
Read more →The holidays can add underlying stress to a marriage. Dealing with relatives, attending parties, and figuring out the perfect gifts to buy all add to the drama. Figure out a way to spend time alone with your spouse capturing the joy of the season. What would be a good way for the two of you [...]
Read more →No matter how many times you throw a ball for dogs, they’ll chase it. Dogs love the act of chasing after something and then pleasing their master by bringing it back to them—sometimes! Cats chase mice and also like to bring back—well, enough said. People like to chase things, too. You can make your life [...]
Read more →When we neglect to celebrate the good in a marriage, things can quickly get stale. That’s why it’s important for spouses to get creative and find small ways to keep things fresh. What can you do today to freshen up your relationship?
Read more →As I sit in my office on a cold, snowy day, I find myself staring mindlessly into the computer screen. It is full of images, scrolling messages, blinking signs, and ads flashing continuously tempting me to click on an icon for the chance to win some fabulous prize. In addition, my cell phone is vibrating, [...]
Read more →It’s important to establish a pattern of trust in your marriage. This doesn’t happen overnight, especially if the trust has been violated, but it’s created through taking small steps every day. What can you change in your marriage that will help build a pattern of trust?
Read more →Stopped at a red light recently, I couldn’t help but notice an enormous bumper sticker on the back fender of the car in front of me. A message to those who get distracted on cell phones while driving, the sticker ranted about how stupid such people are—then it suggested a not-so-polite place for them to [...]
Read more →With four kids in our one family, as a dad I often felt like I was being pulled in four different directions at the same time. The kids are older now and three of them are on their own, but back when they were little, managing this even slightly well seemed almost impossible, like trying [...]
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