Many have been there. A relationship that, at first, seemed good deteriorates into a boatload of pain when one deeply injures the other with emotionally (or even morally) indefensible behavior. Sometimes, it involves damaging words spewed out in the heat of battle. At other times, repeated actions inescapably wound the heart. Often, it is only…
I am a recovering compulsive people-pleaser. I found out very early on in my engagement that making everyone happy is not only exhausting, it’s impossible. The engagement period is rife with the tension that comes from a messy, awkward transfer of family loyalty. Because before you are married, your parents and siblings are your core…
Dating today has radically changed from the traditional sense of the word. Alternatively, a lot of young people are cashing in their dinner-and-a-movie date night for a modern day phenomenon that is a major cause for concern. Dating is being replaced by what is known as “hooking up.” We see it in television shows, but…
QUESTION: “Need help/advice: I’ve been asked to speak on marriage to a group of women from Africa who are now living in America. I feel at a loss. How do I simplify & become relevant. I’m really struggling with this. What is the most important thing I can tell them about dating, engagement, & marriage…
QUESTION: “My husband is a long haul truck driver and only home a short time. How can you have a growing marriage when you only see each other about 36 hrs per week?” —Susie ANSWER: “I think we have to use the time that we have wisely. That’s why …” (play audio below to listen…
