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 […]
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 […]
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.
Should I get a divorce Relationship Quiz.
Are you wondering whether your marriage is worth saving or if it’s time to consider divorce? If you’re feeling unsure, you’re not alone. It’s natural to have doubts when your relationship feels strained or disconnected. But before making any major decisions, it’s important to assess the situation carefully. Take this “Should I Get a Divorce?” […]
The Secret to Learning How to Spice Up Your Marriage
You might think that only couples married for many years would be looking for information about how to spice up their marriages. Really, couples married even a few short years or even months are also looking for advice on “how to spice up your marriage”. Why is that so? Because every couple craves connection. Every […]
Harville Hendrix and Imago Therapy: An Amazing Gift to the World
Oprah was the first person to make Harville Hendrix and Imago Therapy famous. It became one of the biggest gifts in the world of marriage counseling that works to heal relationships. More inspiration about Harville Hendrix and Imago therapy: Imago therapy transformed our own marriage! More than just a communication technique, Imago is deeply healing […]
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Thinking About Having an Affair? Why It Won’t Fix Your Marriage (and What to Do Instead)
If you’re suffering in your relationship and feeling lonely, you may be tempted to reach out to someone outside your marriage—with or without the intention of having an affair. Maybe someone at work is paying attention to you.Maybe you’re tempted to look up an old Facebook friend or chat online.It feels harmless at first… but […]
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 […]
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 […]
Married to a Spouse with Depression: How to Cope and Support Your Relationship
The tragic passing of actor Robin Williams reminds us how invisible depression can be. Someone who brought joy to millions was suffering deeply inside. Sadly, this story resonates with many couples: how many of you are married to a spouse with depression, silently carrying a burden you cannot always see? Depression does not just impact […]
How to Apologize to your Spouse in 5 Steps
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, […]
The Secret reason we wrote our Marriage Counseling Books
There’s a particular person that inspired us to write the marriage counseling books that we now share with the masses over at Amazon and here on our website. The funny thing is that we can’t even remember her name! More marriage counseling books for you: How our book can save your marriage (Podcast) Our list […]
Can a marriage survive a midlife crisis?
Can a marriage survive a midlife crisis? We think so, although it can be very scary and unsettling for the spouse that is watching the other going through the change. People typically think of mid life crisis in men to be the most frequent type of midlife crisis but it certainly affects women as well […]
Can You Really Save Your Marriage Without a Counselor?
Thousands of Couples Are Doing It — Here’s How You Can Too If your marriage feels like it’s slipping away and you’re wondering: “Can I fix this without dragging my spouse to therapy?” The answer is: Yes — if you use the right tools. Not every couple is ready for counseling. Some spouses refuse to […]
Marriage counseling success rate. What to expect from the best marriage counselors?
It’s natural to wonder about the marriage counseling success rate before investing time, energy, and money. Why commit to something that might not work? Knowing the potential outcome can help couples make informed decisions about whether to proceed with therapy¹. Our Success Rate: 90% At our practice, 90% of couples who come to us considering […]
Why Is My Wife So Mean to Me? Understanding Anger in Marriage and How to Respond
If you’ve ever wondered: “Why is my wife always mean to me?” “Why does my wife yell at me all the time?” “Is my wife verbally abusive, or just angry?” …you’re not alone. Many husbands write to us with these exact questions, struggling with wives who yell, criticize, or lash out in ways that feel […]
My wife wants a divorce. Now what?
My wife wants a divorce. Your first reaction might be shock, disbelief, hurt, or anger. Think before you respond, as any strong reaction is likely to do more harm than good. More inspiration for you when your wife wants a divorce: Should I give her space or keep trying? My wife left. I want her […]