Stating a request or desire in a relationship can be challenging for most of us. Effective communication is difficult, and many of us do not have the tools. So try this, as January 1st rolls around, and see how it … Read More
How often does “I do” turn into “I don’t?” I am afraid to say that the answer is, “Too often.” Divorce is frequent and can occur multiple times for one individual. I don’t think anybody needs my wise counsel about … Read More
This title sounds weird, doesn’t it? Especially coming from a marriage counselor. Often clients call on me to save their marriage and fix what is wrong. It occurred to me that using that word, fix, is about as productive as … Read More
Are you still in love? Often, I hear from my counseling clients that they love their spouse but are not “in love.” Such sad statements are becoming more prevalent. I then ask them to explain these words. This is what … Read More
Five Ways to Create a Romantic Mindset So you got married and then what? Did you expect it to be much like it was when you were dating and or engaged? Maybe you were hoping that the person you … Read More
Five Reasons to Stay in A Relationship (And Five Reasons to Leave) It’s difficult to decide to leave a relationship. So many factors get in the way of making a decision, and many of those aspects may not even be … Read More