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Love is Not Enough
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Sex | Leave a Comment
A lot of people wonder what happened to the sexual revolution, especially around Valentine’s Day. In a lot of homes today, the sexual temperature feels more like the 50’s than the 70’s.
Since I have a bird’s eye view of this phenomenon, I thought …
No Time For Love?
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Communication | Leave a Comment
As the counseling session wrapped up, Sandy asked if we could schedule our next appointment for two weeks out instead of one. That way they would have more time to do their ‘homework’ and practice the communication skills they were learning.
“Yeah,” said …
Soft and Slow
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Communication | Leave a Comment
A recent Wall Street Journal article described the growing trend of CEO’s going to therapy. It makes a lot of sense when you think about it. They’re under great pressure, they’re supposed to have all the answers, and their ability to communicate …
Do Your Marriage a Favor – Rock the Boat!
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Communication | Leave a Comment
Sally knew that she and Mark had different tastes on their first date. But she kept her knowledge to herself.
When Mark said he liked to go camping, Sally didn’t express her first thought, which was: “The closest I get to camping is …
Cold Feet or Wedding Jitters—How Can I know?
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Pre-Marital | Leave a Comment
“I know everyone gets stressed before the wedding,” said Sarah. “But we’re arguing so much that I can’t help wonder, Are we really right for each other? How can I know if this is just the stress of wedding planning or a glimpse …
Your Wedding, His Wedding
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Pre-Marital | Leave a Comment
Overheard at the Seattle Wedding Show…
One groom to another: “This place is wall to wall flowers, and she says she can’t find what she wants! What is she looking for? To me, they’re just flowers. To her, they mean something—what, I have …
The Bride’s Emotional Cocktail
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Pre-Marital | Leave a Comment
“I feel like I’m on an emotional roller coaster,” said Julie, four months before her wedding. “I’ve never been so happy, but then suddenly I’ll find myself in tears. Sometimes it feels like I’m about to go away and say goodbye to everyone. …
Valentine’s Day —Beyond the Hearts and Flowers
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Communication | Leave a Comment
“I thought our first Valentine’s Day as a married couple would be so special,” sighed Shelley to her best friend Kate. “But instead, it’s like he already just takes me for granted.”
” What happened? Did he forget?” asked Kate.
” No, he brought …
Envisioning Your Future
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Pre-Marital | Leave a Comment
In my counseling practice, I work with couples in all stages of life. I see engaged couples and married couples who are struggling with their relationships. Very often these men and women want very different things out of life. I see men …
How’s Your Marriage IQ?
Posted on August 3, 2009 Filed Under Communication | Leave a Comment
Quiz:
- A lot of unhappiness in marriage comes from having unrealistically high expectations.
True / False
- The worst thing you can do for your relationship is to look down on your partner.
True / False
- Compromise is the best way to settle arguments.
True / False
- There is nothing wrong with getting angry with your …
