Feeling sick and tired of dealing with a needy spouse.
Are you considering divorce because you’re dealing with a needy spouse? You may relate to the reader’s question below that we answered on “Address your Stress” Tuesday, which is about one spouse considering divorce due to feeling tired of dealing with a needy spouse. “My wife over the last week has told me she wants […]
Spouse has ADHD? Link Between ADHD Spouse & Anger Issues in Marriage
Do you have an “ADHD spouse”? We counsel a lot of couples who are experiencing anger in their relationship. Interestingly enough, that anger could be an indicator that one spouse has ADHD. We asked Dr Melissa Orlov, an ADHD expert and author of The ADHD Effect on Marriage, for her input on the topic. We’ll […]
My spouse has a diagnosis of a personality disorder- The Danger of Diagnosis
If you’ve recently discovered that your spouse has a diagnosis of a personality disorder, no doubt that you may secretly think that you made a mistake in choosing him/her. There’s more to the picture though and you need to keep reading! “I think my husband has Aspergers or a personality disorder; is it possible to […]
“The Dangers of Diagnosis” II- When Spouse has a Personality Disorder
The article on the Dangers of Diagnosis produced very strong responses on both sides of the spectrum. I would like to acknowledge some of the issues brought up around when a spouse has a personality disorder and clarify the message of the article. More inspiration on being married to a spouse with a personality disorder: […]
Marriage Issues: Stopping Emotional Abuse in Marriage
What is emotional abuse in marriage? It can be hard to quantify since it differs greatly from physical abuse but can be the slippery slope that leads to it. Emotional Abuse: What You Should Know Emotional abuse is a topic we get questions about often. So many relationships are suffering from emotional abuse. Stopping emotional […]
I’m married to a narcissistic husband. Please help!
Recently a client reached out and said “I’m married to a narcissistic husband, please help!” We helped her and her husband identify behavioral patterns and learn to create emotional safety using the Imago communication method. Here’s another question from a wife about whether or not her husband has narcissistic personality disorder and how it is […]
Household Management together
Organize together and create a Romantic Master Bedroom
Is a Romantic Master Bedroom the Secret to a Happy Marriage? More inspiration on organizing together: Free online marriage counseling on household management Organizing can save your marriage
Think you’re a good listener? Here’s how to listen better.
You need to learn how to listen better if you’re getting frustrated easily by what your spouse is saying. We’ve talked a lot before about how to do the Imago dialogue, the communication tool that makes Imago therapy famous. It’s frankly the best way to communicate better. More inspiration on communication in marriage and better […]
Online Marriage Help: Does it Work? Or Make Things Worse?
Humans are fallible and so are marriage counselors. The good news is that once you understand why some marriage counseling doesn’t work and may make things worse, then you are much better equipped to choosing online marriage help that WILL work. More inspiration about marriage counseling that works: Our 90% marriage counseling success rate Does […]
Part II of How to Respond to Your Angry Spouse
Two weeks ago I wrote about how to respond to your angry spouse. Readers had a lot to say about it. Below are some of the comments/questions and my response. Look forward to your continued feedback!
Marriage Advice: 6 Ways to Stay in Love Forever and Start Getting the Love You Want
Relationships don’t coast by on autopilot. They need active effort to keep the love alive. Here is a sampling of marriage advice to stay in love forever:
What to Do When your Wife or Husband Doesn’t Want Intimacy
If you’re a man whose wife doesn’t want marital intimacy or she flat out refuses intimacy, you are not alone. The good news is, that even if your wife refuses intimacy, there are some things you can do to help her become more interested in being with you intimately again. How do you fix a […]
Should I get a divorce Relationship Quiz.
Take this “Should I get a divorce relationship quiz” to be alerted to signs that your relationship isn’t working. If your relationship exhibits one or more of the following warning signs, it is time to wake up and take charge of your relationship and the relationship problems that you are experiencing. More clarity on if […]
Is divorce worth it? Falling out of love? Avoid divorce with a marriage retreat.
Is divorce worth it? Let’s think about the pros and cons of divorcing your spouse, and any alternatives that you should consider (like marriage counseling or even a couples retreat for therapy) before taking the leap.
ADHD and Marriage: Marriage Conflict May Create ADHD like Symptoms.
In your search for ADHD and marriage resources know that there is a relatively unknown cause of ADHD that you can help. A colleague of mine posted an article from The Atlantic on our Listserv called “How Childhood Trauma Could Be Mistaken for ADHD”. I was intrigued by the title as well as its hypothesis, […]
How to Apologize to your Spouse in 5 Steps
When you’re married to a spouse with depression.
Today’s news has been filled with the passing of actor Robin Williams. What is most tragic is that someone who had brought joy to millions was suffering from major depression inside, so deeply saddened that he took his own life. While those who were close to him may have known about his struggle with mental […]
Ray Rice and an Abusive Marriage
The recent video of NFL superstar Ray Rice knocking his then fiancée unconscious after she spat on him has caused quite a stir among football fans and the American public, as it brought what an abusive marriage looks like into each and every living room. More inspiration for abusive marriages: Examples of verbal abuse Is […]
When You’re Very Angry at Your Spouse or Experiencing His/Her Anger at You.
Our colleague recently sent us a wonderful marriage counseling tip for when you are very angry at your spouse or are on the receiving end of his/her anger. It was sent to us from the Imago Center of DC, and we thought it would be helpful to share with you. More inspiration about what to […]