Should You Stay or Should You Go? Finding Closure and Clarity in Relationships
Every relationship, no matter how healthy, faces crossroads at some point – moments where you wonder if you are truly meant to continue the journey together or if it’s time to part ways. This is a deeply emotional, often confusing, place to be. On one hand, you may still care for your partner and feel […]
How to Stop Feeling Like Your Spouse Doesn’t Appreciate You
If you’ve been feeling like your spouse doesn’t appreciate you and it’s building up in your mind and in your chest—you’re not alone. So many people in long-term relationships quietly carry the weight of feeling invisible. You might be doing everything—working hard, taking care of the home, showing up for your spouse and your kids—and […]
I Feel Like My Wife Is Already Gone
If that thought’s been echoing in your head lately, I want you to know something right up front:You’re not crazy. And you’re not alone. So many men sit with that hollow, aching feeling—where your wife is still physically there, maybe sharing meals or handling the kids, but emotionally… it’s like she’s already moved on. That […]
Can You Love Someone and Still Feel Lonely?
Navigating Unhappiness in a Marriage That “Looks Fine” Can you love someone and still feel lonely? From the outside, your marriage might look like it’s working.You’re still living under the same roof.There’s no major drama.You say “I love you.” You parent together.Maybe you even go on date nights from time to time. But inside? You […]
How to Overcome Resentment in Marriage After Years of Unresolved Conflict
If you’re searching for how to overcome resentment in marriage after years of unresolved conflict, you’re likely carrying a heavy weight. Longstanding resentment can feel like a wall between you and your spouse—a barrier made up of years of unspoken pain, disappointments, and missed opportunities for connection. It’s easy to wonder if things will ever […]
What Steps Can We Take Together to Save Our Marriage? A Practical and Heartfelt Guide
When a marriage feels strained, it’s easy to start wondering if it’s too late to turn things around. But if you’re asking, “what steps can we take together to save our marriage,” you’re already doing something crucial—you’re approaching it as a team. Saving a marriage doesn’t happen by accident. It requires intention, effort, and a […]
Wondering “How to Motivate My Spouse to Work on Our Relationship With Me?”
When you’re longing to reconnect and rebuild your marriage, few things are more frustrating than feeling like you’re the only one trying. If you’ve been asking the question, “how to motivate my spouse to work on our relationship with me?”, the answer might not be in convincing, pushing, or pleading—it’s in creating something far more […]
How to Work on Solving Marriage Problems Together as a Team
Most couples aren’t working together as a joint effort. When marriage problems surface, it can feel like you’re on opposite sides of a never-ending argument. But what if the key to solving marriage problems wasn’t about choosing who’s right—but about choosing to be on the same team? You’re in the right place if you want […]
Premarital Counseling: Building a Strong Foundation for a Lifetime Together
Falling in love is easy, but staying in love takes work. At the beginning of a relationship, it’s easy to feel like nothing can ever come between the two of you. But as couples transition from dating to engagement and begin planning their lives together, it’s important to take a step back and consider what […]
Social Media and Marriage: Navigating the Challenges of a Connected World
In today’s day and age, it’s easy to feel super connected to the world around you thanks to the influence of social media. However, it’s just as simple to feel like it’s nearly impossible to escape, thanks to platforms like Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, among so many others. Whether we like to admit it or […]
Separated But Not Done: Your Guide to Marriage Restoration After Separation
If you’re reading this, chances are you and your spouse are separated—and you’re wondering if marriage restoration after separation is possible First of all, let me say this: the fact that you’re here, even reading these words, means something powerful. It means there’s still a spark of hope. And that’s enough to begin. I’ve worked […]
🛠️ How to Repair After Conflict So You Can Sleep, Focus, and Lead Better
By Rabbi Shlomo | The Marriage Restoration Project Conflict at home is inevitable. But when that conflict stays unrepaired, it lingers—in your mind, in your body, and in your leadership. Learning to actually repair after conflict is a CEO superpower. You’ll want to use it at home, at work, with clients, and colleagues. If you’re […]
Grey Divorce Prevention: How to Keep Love Alive Through the Years
As couples take the next step in their lives into the ‘later stages,’ such as retirement or becoming empty nesters, there’s no doubt their typical day-to-day is going to shift significantly. And while this time can be exciting for couples, it can inevitably cause shifts in relationship dynamics as children leave the home and careers […]
Helping Children Through Divorce: Why Your Marriage Deserves One Last Try
Helping Children Through Parental Separation: Support Their Emotional Well-Being Parental separation can shake the foundation of a child’s world. If you’re navigating divorce or relationship transitions, helping children through parental separation must be a top priority. As a marriage therapist and father, I’ve seen firsthand how intentional parenting can make all the difference during this […]
Effective Communication During Relationship Crisis: A 5-Step Framework to Reconnect When It Matters Most
By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC, Founder of The Marriage Restoration Project When couples contact me in a state of crisis, they often say something like, “We can’t talk without arguing,”“We’re walking on eggshells,” or“Everything turns into a fight.” They’re not alone. In moments of relational breakdown, communication becomes one of the first casualties—and yet it’s […]
How Couples Emotionally Process Divorce
Stages of Relationship Dissolution: Understanding the Emotional Journey of Divorce Consideration By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, Founder of The Marriage Restoration Project When couples reach out to us at The Marriage Restoration Project, they are often in pain—overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and unsure of what to do next. What they’re experiencing is more than just conflict—it’s often […]
When Love Changes: Exploring “Sleeping Separately” in Marriage
In any relationship, what’s deemed ‘normal’ can vary from couple to couple. Whether you and your spouse have silly date night practices, have a unique cooking routine, or manage childcare in an unexpected manner, what is normal for you may seem a bit odd to someone outside of your relationship. One such area of difference […]
My husband is passive aggressive
“My husband is passive aggressive and I can’t stand it anymore! It’s so negative!” “My husband is passive aggressive and I can’t stand it anymore! It’s so negative!” Dealing with a passive aggressive person can be extremely angering and confusing. However, the way you respond to the passive aggressive behavior will influence whether or not […]
Raising Kids Together: Managing Different Parenting Styles in Marriage
While we may hate to admit it, no relationship is completely stress- and conflict-free. Each couple faces unique disagreements and stress points in their relationship, whether it’s due to money issues or arguments about how to best raise the kids. For the latter, these conflicts can often arise due to different parenting styles, with one […]
Dealing with an Insecure Husband: How to Reassure Without Losing Yourself
In any relationship or marriage, no matter how strong or how long you’ve been together, there are bumps in the road that can arise. This can especially be the case for couples in which one spouse suffers from anxiety or insecurity about themselves or the relationship. Some insecurities may be founded in reality, such as […]