Marriage

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes…marriage counseling? Not always, but according to a recent survey from MidAmerica Nazarene University, an average of 49% of married couples end up in marriage counseling at some point during their union. “Couples therapy may benefit most couples since very few men and women have had exposure to the tools that foster long-term relationships,” …

No matter how compatible you may be with your spouse; the imperfections in humanity bring conflict in a marriage. The act of forgiveness in couples attracts love and commitment for a fruitful marriage. The reality of marriage takes away fantasy and fallacy associated with dating. It is only after marriage that you realize your partner’s flaws and you have to …

It’s not always easy to move on from a disagreement in a relationship. But with a few pointers, you can navigate conflict. You argued with your partner or someone close to you. You want to move on from it, but you both find it difficult. Is there a way around it? Avoiding arguments isn’t necessarily the best way to manage …

Distrust in a relationship can spread like wildfire. So, to make your bond even stronger, follow these tips to stop doubting your partner They say, “Every rose has its thorns”. Well, so do relationships. Your life will inevitably have both highs and lows in different phases of life. Doubt in a relationship is one such issue. Doubt is an extremely …

Not seeing eye-to-eye with your partner can be less stressful when you have a toolkit of conflict resolution strategies. Conflict is natural, and it doesn’t have to be a negative force in your romantic relationship. It can facilitate learning about one another, open your mind to new ideas, and help you grow together. When you and your partner disagree and …

Not only sexual, there are several emotionally-driven activities that can bring two people closer. Read on to know more… If you are someone who is looking for intimacy with your partner, let us tell you that intimacy can take several shapes and forms. It may also be good to remember that not all of them are sexual. Did you know …

When it comes to relationships, conflict is inevitable. But it doesn’t have to be emotionally distressing or callous. Couples can disagree and, yes, even fight while still showing compassion and respect for each other, according to psychologists. In fact, clinical psychologist Deborah Grody says, married couples who don’t have any conflict are often the ones who end in divorce. “Relationships that …

Many couples experiencing bedroom boredom ask, “how often do married couples have sex?” There is no normal regarding the frequency of sex in marriage. While some couples have lovemaking sessions every day, others have dwindled good sex lives. If you struggle with your sex life, this statement probably won’t make you feel any better. Please remember that you can improve your sex life. …

Relationships are supposed to feel effortless. But the truth is, they’re not. Just like most good things, you’ve got to put the work in to get what you want. When every conversation turns into an argument and you can’t be in the same room together anymore, you probably wouldn’t believe it if we told you that it’s very fixable. There are 5 …

Infidelity is physical or emotional unfaithfulness in a partnership, and it often results in profound emotional damage. Healing requires both partners to take an honest look into what led to the infidelity, and deal with the parts of the relationship that were unsatisfying. When both partners are committed to repairing the relationship, trust and intimacy can be rebuilt. While infidelity …