[Relationship Help Podcast Episode 007] Is Your Childhood Affecting Your Marriage?
Key Takeaways Marriage often brings up unfinished business from childhood — wounds, unmet needs, and family patterns. Many people unconsciously marry someone like their parents (or react strongly against them). If you didn’t pick a partner similar to your parents, you may still provoke or project old wounds onto your spouse. Recognizing how childhood trauma […]
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.
From Me to You as an Adult Child of Divorce: Rivka’s Popular Marriage Videos
Are you an adult child of divorce? There are so many of us out there, and whether you are an adult child of divorce or not, these marriage videos will help you.
Celebrity Marriage Counseling: Read This Before You End It
Key takeaways (for high-profile couples) Fame amplifies normal marital stressors—privacy, schedules, staff, and scrutiny. A confidential, no-blame intensive gives you clarity fast, off-camera. Don’t make a forever decision in a fight. Use a structured pause (discernment first, then repair) so you’re acting consciously, not reactively. If you share children, you’ll be in each other’s lives […]
Feeling Drained in Your Marriage? How to Reset When You’re Giving More Than You’re Getting
Do you feel utterly drained in your relationship—like you’re giving everything but not getting the same in return? Maybe summer left you exhausted from entertaining kids. Maybe you’ve compared your marriage to others and felt let down. Or perhaps you’re simply tired of carrying the load without appreciation. You’re not alone. Many spouses feel this […]
[Podcast Episode 008] Doing Whatever It Takes to Fix Your Marriage
Key Takeaways The couples who succeed are those who commit to doing whatever it takes, even when it’s uncomfortable. “Whatever it takes” means taking personal responsibility, not just blaming your spouse. Emotional maturity = being willing to look at your own thoughts, actions, and patterns that sabotage connection. You can begin change on your own […]
Should I save my marriage?
Facing a Marriage Crisis: Should I Stay or Should I Go? If you’re asking yourself, “Should I save my marriage or end it?” you’re not alone. Many couples face this painful crossroads. Divorce is often seen as the default answer — but it isn’t always the best one. With the right support, many couples recover […]
6 Holiday Activities for Families to Bond (That Actually Work)
Key takeaways Bonding grows from shared novelty, rituals, and daily gratitude—not just big events. Keep ideas short, specific, and repeatable so they survive holiday stress and busy calendars. Use simple scripts and micro-rituals to lower reactivity and raise connection (kid-friendly, teen-proof). Evidence shows families that practice rituals of connection, novel activities, and gratitude report higher […]
How to get that honeymoon feeling back! 8 tips to rekindle the flame.
Want to get that honeymoon feeling back? Here are eight tips to rekindle the flame that really work: 1. Look into each other eyes Life can be hectic and we don’t often make the time to have that meaningful connection that we once had when we could truly bask in each other’s presence. Taking the […]
The Getting the Love you Want Marriage Retreat is “Magical”
Why a Marriage Retreat Can Feel Like a Reset Button Just as we all need a much-deserved vacation—a time to get away from our surroundings and rejuvenate—our marriages also need time to recharge and reset. While a simple getaway with your spouse may do the trick, sometimes you need something more. If your relationship has […]
How to communicate with your spouse around politics.
How to communicate with your spouse around politics? It’s important to note that divisiveness and politics often go hand-in-hand. Especially in a two-party political system as we have in the United States, it is quite easy to remain partisan, to feel so strongly about your views that there is absolutely no way to even appreciate […]
Does Marriage Counseling Work? Is Your Husband or Wife Afraid of Couples Therapy?
Believe it or not, it is not only couples that are afraid of marriage counseling there are many therapists out there who are terrified of working with couples and rightfully so. What if they fight in the office? How can I stop the escalation? Who does the talking and to whom? Couples, themselves, are just […]
Does Marriage Counseling Make Things Worse?
You hear a lot about marriage counseling making things worse. Well, is that true? Does marriage counseling make things worse? More inspiration about marriage counseling that works: How should good marriage counseling work? Can I find good marriage counseling online How to make sure marriage counseling will work for you?
How Much does Marriage Counseling Cost?
When I decided over a decade ago to dedicate my life to helping couples, I never planned to become a businessman. I just wanted to help people save their marriages. But over the years, one truth has become impossible to ignore — getting a couple in the door is often harder than the therapy itself. […]
Is your love language- gifts?
While most people appreciate gifts, for some it is a CRUCIAL way in which they feel loved. If you hear your spouse complaining that you never buy them gifts, likely this is an indicator that one of his/her love languages is gifts. That is an important clue for you to start giving gifts in a […]
Infidelity Couples Counseling
Can Cheating Save a Marriage? The Truth About Affairs and Healing- Infidelity Couples Counseling 101. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering if stepping out of your marriage would help fix things, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re already in the middle of an affair, or you’re thinking about it because things at home feel unbearable. It’s […]
How to survive the holidays with your extended family
With the holidays approaching, no doubt you might be feeling a bit of anxiety when you think about all of the time that you and your family will be spending with extended family. Here are 3 tips on how to survive the holidays with your extended family: More issues around holiday stress and extended family: […]
How to Strengthen a Long-Distance Marriage: Expert Tips That Really Work
If you’re wondering: “Can a long-distance marriage really last?” “How do we stay emotionally connected when we live apart?” “What can we do to keep the spark alive until we’re reunited?” You’re not alone. Thousands of couples are navigating long-distance marriages due to work, military service, family responsibilities, or immigration processes. The good news is […]
Social media is ruining my marriage!
If you often think, “Social media is ruining my marriage!”, here are 3 rules you need to follow: More information on Social Media and Your Marriage: Helpful tips to prevent a divide Is Facebook reigniting old flames? Facebook and divorce statistics Facebook and divorce stories
Is my spouse unhappy?
You’re wondering, “is my spouse unhappy?” Chances are that you already know the answer to this question and are looking for what you can do to help foster the old feelings of happiness that you used to have with each other. More inspiration when you’re wondering, “Is my spouse unhappy?” How to get that honeymoon […]