What advice do you have for couples that own businesses together?
What’s it like relationship-wise for couples that own businesses together? We work together on our marriage counseling business together and are quite familiar with both the joys and the potential tension that goes with working together and owning a business together! More resources for couples that own business together: Make communication problems disappear Are you […]
How does birth control affect relationships?
How does birth control affect relationships? In more ways than you might think! Many people mainly attribute birth control’s impact on relationships with regards to the sex drive and the physical symptoms that birth control can have. It’s important to be aware of the various methods and the effects that they can have on the […]
Will my parents’ mistakes affect me when I am older?
If you grew up watching your parents argue, split up, or avoid conflict, it’s natural to wonder:“Will my parents’ mistakes affect me when I’m older?” The short answer: yes, those early experiences shape you—but they don’t have to define you. Adult children of divorce, neglect, or high-conflict homes often unconsciously repeat patterns in their marriages. […]
[Podcast Episode 006] “Frenemies” and Friends: Who helps you feel heard and validated?
In this podcast episode designed to provide you with relationship help, Rivka shared an experience she had recently with an acquaintance where she was left feeling unheard and invalidated. Do you feel heard and validated by a particular friend? There’s nothing like it 🙂
How to Be Happy in an Unhappy Marriage: Can You Really Rebuild Connection?
If you’ve found yourself thinking, “I love my spouse, but I’m not happy anymore”—you’re not alone. Thousands of people ask versions of this very question every day on forums like Reddit, Quora, and relationship advice blogs. The good news? Feeling unhappy in marriage doesn’t automatically mean it’s over. With the right tools, many couples move […]
What It Really Takes to Have a Happy Marriage (Not Just “Staying Together”)
If you’ve ever browsed Reddit’s r/relationships or r/marriage, you know the questions: “Why are some couples still so in love after 20 years?” “Can my marriage survive an affair?” “Why do I feel unhappy even though nothing is ‘wrong’?” These aren’t just internet debates—they’re real struggles couples face every day. And the truth is, happy […]
What do happy couples do differently?
What do happy couples do differently? More inspiration about happy couples and what happy couples do differently: Want to be one of the lucky ones? What it takes to have a successful marriage How to be happy in an unhappy marriage Is my spouse unhappy?
How to save a marriage with a Relationship Detox
Sometimes your relationship just gets into a really negative space and you feel like you need a relationship detox. Here’s how to save a marriage with a relationship detox! Here are 3 ways that you can start your “relationship detox” so that you can begin learning how to save a marriage. 1. Stop verbal abuse […]
Relationship Questions About Money to Answer Before You Get Married
Money is one of the top sources of conflict in marriage, right alongside communication and intimacy. Research consistently shows that financial disagreements are a leading predictor of divorce¹. That’s why it’s crucial to talk about money early in your relationship—ideally before you get married. If you’re already married, don’t worry. It’s never too late to […]
Is it possible to “declutter” a relationship using the KonMari Method for Marriage?
There’s a lot of talk about the Konmari method and how to declutter your life and home. Couples also want to know about how they can de-clutter their relationship and if such a thing exists. We think it’s possible to cut out extraneous relationship clutter and here’s how.
[Relationship Help Podcast Episode 007] Is your childhood affecting your marriage?
Is your childhood affecting your marriage? Marriage is truly the “unfinished business” of childhood. What does that mean and how does it affect you? We are all in marriages that are going to resemble our childhoods-in obvious ways and not so obvious ways. You can hear some of the not-so obvious ways that Rivka and […]
Change your thoughts about your Marriage.
One of our readers recently sent me this quote: “I’m glad that what’s going on in my head isn’t happening in my life.” This made me think about the stories we often make up in our head. Consider what would happen if you change your thoughts about your marriage especially if your worried about marriage […]
Interview with Laura Doyle, Author of “First Kill All The Marriage Counselors”
Have you heard of the book, First Kill All the Marriage Counselors? We have, and we interviewed the author for our podcast, “Can this Marriage be Saved”. It’s a great interview and we wanted to share it with you by way of audio recording and written transcript below. Laura Doyle’s wisdom for women is bold, […]
4 Ways to Improve Your Marriage When Your Spouse Is Not Interested
Do you wish your marriage could be better even when your spouse isn’t interested? Are there changes you’d like to see in your spouse but you don’t know how to even broach the subject? A couple should ideally work together on their relationship, but if you find yourself going at it alone, don’t despair. Here are […]
How to Communicate Better at Work with Relationship Intelligence
Most people spend more waking hours with their coworkers than with their own families. That means the way you communicate at work doesn’t just influence projects and deadlines—it shapes your company’s culture, productivity, and even profitability. Relationship Intelligence (RQ) is the ability to understand, manage, and repair relationships under stress. While IQ and EQ are […]
Protecting Your Children’s Stability While Deciding the Future of Your Marriage
When your marriage is in a season of uncertainty, one of the hardest questions to face is: How will this affect the kids? You may be weighing whether to stay together, take a break, or separate—and in the middle of that emotional storm, your children still need stability, security, and love. The good news is […]
What to do if you’re in an abusive relationship
There are varying degrees of an abusive relationship. No abuse is acceptable and is an impediment to building a safe and loving relationship. While it is possible for abuse to stop, it is incumbent on the victim of physical abuse to put oneself out of danger and get safe. Verbal and emotional abuse can be […]
Being married is good for your health!
Your relationship affects your health- beginning with physical health- from protection against alcoholism, to a quicker recovery from diseases and health problems such as cancer and heart attacks. A relationship that progresses into marriage, has been proven to positively protect spouses from these major causes of death, even those at a higher risk due to […]
[Relationship Help Podcast Episode 007] How we create our worst nightmare: My childhood is affecting my relationship!
When we get married, according to Imago therapy (the couples work that we practice exclusively), we are driven automatically to recreate our childhoods. What? How do we do this and why is this such an amazing opportunity for relationship help? Help for when “My childhood is affecting my relationship!” More inspiration on Imago therapy and […]
6 Interesting holiday activities for families to bond
If you’re looking for holiday activities for families to bond, here are 6 interesting and smart tips: More inspiration on the holidays and activities for families to bond: How to survive the holidays with extended family Separating after the holidays Before you give gifts this holiday season…