Navigating Challenges Six Things that Can Destroy Your Relationship Relationships are hard even under the best of circumstances. One wants to believe that love for one another is enough … By Rita Hansen Licensed Professional Counselor| 4 min read
Counseling Developing Acceptance Skills in a Relationship Couples seeking counseling services often ask for help with their communication skills. I redirect them to begin developing acceptance skills … By Russell Strelnick Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 4 min read
Pregnancy When Marriage and the Baby Carriage Collide We all know the nursery rhyme: “First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes baby in the baby carriage.” In … By Julie Bindeman Psychologist| 4 min read
Navigating Challenges Second Marriage: How to Make Your Second Marriage Successful Virtually everyone says “I do” the first time with the best of intentions, and an expectation it is forever. … By Steven Stewart Counselor| 4 min read
Navigating Challenges When You Live With An Insecure Husband Living with an insecure husband is not only hard work; it can have a devastating impact on your well being … By David McFadden Marriage & Family Therapist| 5 min read
Navigating Challenges 5 Glaring Lies About Good Marriages Lots of conventional wisdom about marriage is simply untrue. There are several lies about good marriages or ‘marriage myths’ that … Approved By Angela Welch Marriage & Family Therapist| 9 min read
Forgiveness Forgiveness: An Essential Ingredient in Successful, Committed Marriages Have you heard the parable about the king and queen who sent their oldest son, destined to be king, on … By SaraKay Smullens Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 7 min read
Romance Unique Romance Tips for Married Couples “Every great love starts with a great story.” Nicholas Sparks, the author of the best-selling romance novel The Notebook had … By Abundant Life Counseling Licensed Professional Counselor| 3 min read
Emotional Intimacy The Changing Dynamics of Intimacy in a Marriage Changing needs regarding intimacy during the life of a relationship are a direct result of normal life changes, such as … By Amanda Banks Galer Marriage & Family Therapy| 5 min read
Emotional Intimacy 5 Ways to Reconnect With a Partner Who’s More Like a Roommate Has your romantic relationship become stale and routine? Does it feel like you have a friendly (or not so friendly) … By Nancy Ryan Marriage & Family Therapist| 4 min read
Romance Romantic Gestures: How to Express Yourself Romance is defined as “a feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love.” It is the vehicle, which expresses love … By Edwina L Reyes Counselor| 4 min read
Navigating Challenges How to End a Domestic Partnership When it comes to ending a domestic partnership, just as forming one, the process will vary from state to state. … By Marriage.com Editorial Team Relationship & Marriage Advice| 3 min read
Pre Marriage Average Age of Marriage in the U.S. (Latest Data): State & Historical Trends What is the average age of marriage in the United States? As of 2024, the median age at first marriage … By Rachael Pace Mental health, Parenting| 14 min read
Infidelity Should You Tell Your Spouse You Cheated: 10 Counseling Points Infidelity throws a wrench into any relationship. Guilt, fear, and confusion cloud your judgment. The question lingers: should you tell … By Dr Psy.D Licensed Professional Counselor| 8 min read
Navigating Challenges Diffusing Relationship Conflicts in 3 Steps “He never listens to me!”, “She always has to be right!”These are the kinds of stalemate situations that couples in … By Kavitha Goldowitz Marriage & Family Therapist| 4 min read