What should I do when my husband ignores me?
If your husband ignores you, you may be feeling uncomfortable, sad, or even mad. Keep reading to gain more clarity about what is happening and what you can do to positively impact the situation. Reasons Your Husband Ignores You While there are many possible reasons you are feeling ignored by your husband, here are a […]
Military Spouse Entitlement During Separation and Divorce
Military members and their spouses, just like people who have no military connection, may decide to legally separate. Sometimes, they have hope that their marriage can be restored. Some may decide to enter a legal separation indefinitely so that the nonmilitary spouse can retain some spousal benefits. In other cases, the military spouse may abandon his […]
It takes a village. Group marriage retreats can be so healing.
We needed childcare. The grandparents were away, Rivka’s sisters were out of town, babysitters weren’t available. I was getting desperate, we were scheduled to go present our group marriage retreat, called the Getting the Love You Want Workshop in Brooklyn, NY and I needed coverage for the kids. Getting desperate, I decided to ask a mother […]
Before You Decide on Divorce: The One Step Most Couples Miss
The main reason why Rivka and I started The Marriage Restoration Project was so that children would not have to go through what she experienced as a little girl caught in the middle of her parent’s bitter divorce. This is still a motivator for us—to help create happy, loving families. So it becomes deeply personal […]
What to do if you’re in a boring marriage?
Many of you feel like you’re in a boring marriage. Trying to decide what to do about it- if you should stay or go. It’s a huge decision to make and we don’t want you to make it hastily. After all, your spouse is a lovely person. He may be a great dad or she’s […]
Tips to Help Listen to Your Spouse Without Getting Defensive
One of the hardest things to do is to listen without getting defensive and reactive. And you know by now, that if you don’t know how to listen, the fight will escalate and worsen. The following video will give you 3 tips to help listen to your spouse without getting defensive. It was originally recorded […]
The 10 Commandments for Start-Up Families: 10 Things Successful Couple Entrepreneurs Do
Learn everything you need to enjoy life as a successful business owner or entrepreneur and spouse. Couples involved in Start-ups have a conundrum. On the one hand, their WHY is usually to make a difference in the world and also to provide for their families. But their work is also taking them away from their […]
Money Fights in Relationships: Why Men & Women React Differently
Money can be a constant source of stress and it can impact your marriage and relationship every single day. You may already know how much MONEY creates fights in marriage and relationships, but did you know that men and women react differently to money issues? Let’s learn more about how we react differently, what triggers […]
KonMari Your Thoughts (Especially About Your Partner)
We wrote about the KonMari method years ago in 2017 and now we’re talking about it again with regards to your thoughts, with the new launch of the KonMari TV show! Decluttering a physical space can be a challenge and what’s even more of a challenge is to KonMari your thoughts and beliefs that no […]
When To Hold On To A Relationship Even If It Feels Like It’s Falling Apart
Should you hold on to a relationship even if it’s making you miserable? It is normal for relationship to enter a power struggle. In this relationship stage, it can often feel like the relationship will not last. The truth is that if the couple works on getting conscious about the conflict and discovering the underlying […]
Long Term Relationship Advice (Based on Science)
This long term relationship advice is based on science. It’s so that you can remain alluring to a partner in a long-term relationship, and keep the spark alive, in a way that is backed by science. Long Term Relationships Need New Neural Pathways Learning something or having a new experience together builds new neural […]
Marriage After Baby: What’s Normal, What’s Not
Bringing a baby into your marriage is one of life’s biggest transitions. Along with the joy, you may also find yourself wondering: “Why do we fight so much now?” or “Will our marriage ever feel the same again?” You’re not alone. Research shows that two-thirds of couples experience a decline in relationship satisfaction in the […]
Couples and Money: How Can Newer Couples Talk About Money Comfortably?
How do newer couples start speaking with each other about money, especially when it feels unnatural? Difficult Topics Require Safe Conversations It’s important to learn a communication process to enable the couple to have a safe conversation about finances or any difficult topic. A safe conversation enables both parties to open up, feel fully heard, […]
A Letter to Jeff Bezos and MacKenzie Bezos
Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos Seattle, Washington Dear Jeff and Mackenzie, I imagine you are under a lot of pressure right now after tweeting your decision with MacKenzie to get divorce, especially with all of the speculation about what led to this come about. You’ve probably got a lot on your mind in terms of moving […]
Symptoms of Codependency in Marriage & How to Overcome It
Wondering if you’re in a codependent relationship? If you are having marital issues and think you might have symptoms of codependency that are unhealthy, learn more about what it is and how it affects relationships and individuals. There are relationship therapy options that can help you both improve your relationship and save your marriage. Codependency […]
Who Is More Likely to Leave a Bad Relationship—Men or Women?
If you’ve ever wondered whether men or women are more likely to leave a relationship first, the research is pretty clear: women are more likely to initiate breakups and divorce. Studies show women initiate about two-thirds of divorces (Braver, Whitley, & Ng, 1994). But why? Let’s break down the main reasons. 1. Women Are More […]
Private Marriage Retreat vs. Weekly Counseling: How Long Does Marriage Counseling Take?
If you’re wondering how long does marriage counseling take, the answer depends on several variables. There’s no one-size-fits-all timeframe—it can vary based on whether you’re simply looking to gain new tools, or if you’re in crisis and need an urgent intervention. It also depends on the amount of emotional “baggage” each partner brings, and how […]
Does Couples Counseling Help? What You Should Know
Wondering if couples counseling helps, or if therapy can hurt your relationship? Counseling can help you and your partner improve your relationship in most cases. Your attitude, the capabilities and experience of your therapist, and the method in which you and your partner are counseled are all important factors. Couples counseling can open up a […]
Incompatible Relationships | Can Marriage Counseling Help an Incompatible Relationship?
Can Marriage counseling help incompatible relationships? You bet it can. Think about it. There must have been something that drew you to your spouse in the first place. How is it that all of a sudden you are no longer compatible? Perhaps, you were never actually compatible and you still feel for each other. That’s […]
Should I Leave My Husband Just Because My Gut Says To?
Trusting your gut can be valuable in many areas of life. But when it comes to deciding whether to leave your marriage, the answer isn’t so simple. You may be feeling hopeless, stuck, or even desperate for relief—and your instinct might be telling you to walk away. But is that enough to make one of […]