by Ted Lowe | Jul 9, 2018 | Conflict, Engaged, Newlywed
Statistically speaking, married people in the U.S. expect their marriage to do a lot for them individually. We believe marriage should meet most of our relational needs. However, this perspective is a huge problem. Author, professor, and psychologist Dr. Sue Johnson...
by Guest Writer | Jun 25, 2018 | Advice, Newlywed
In his book Blueprint for Life, Mike Kendrick writes, “All of us have struggled at times with negative thoughts, either from learned patterns in our relationships or from distorted perspectives we’ve picked up along the way.” You’ve...
by Guest Writer | Apr 2, 2018 | Conflict, Engaged, Newlywed
No matter how many people told me otherwise, somewhere in me thought having a husband would fix things. Literally speaking, I live with a handyman. Things do get fixed more than they used to. And living with my best friend has been one of the most meaningful gifts...
by Guest Writer | Feb 26, 2018 | Advice, Engaged, Fun, Newlywed
My wife and I have been married for 14 years. In that time, we’ve learned a lot about what it takes to be married. It’s easier than everyone says it is. Here are seven things we’ve done that have made our marriage work really well—and helped us...
by Dave and Ashley Willis | Dec 18, 2017 | Advice, Engaged, Finances, Newlywed
I often write about the things married couples need to do to strengthen their relationship with each other. But this list is going to be a bit different. While these tasks can certainly strengthen your relationship, they’re more aimed and protecting your...
by Sarah Anderson | Jul 28, 2017 | Advice, Newlywed
by Sarah Anderson Stubborn people have a tendency to pick fights. That’s me. It helps that I argue like a boss. When you come from a family of politicians, arguing and winning are your thing. This is where I shine. So winning conflicts in my marriage isn’t necessarily...
