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Don’t Fight Before You Get Married

January 13, 2017

What Couples Should Know There are a lot of things that go on before you get married, but fighting is…

Do You Think You Know Enough About Marriage To Not Get Premarital Education?

January 11, 2017

Some people think they are pretty smart, and don’t have to study up on anything they do. But we are…

How Do I Forgive My Husband

January 9, 2017

The way things are in the world these days, with rampant use of porn and extramarital affairs being pretty much…

Is It True That People Change After They Get Married?

January 8, 2017

We all heard the horror stories about how people change after they get married. But how many hear the other…

Does Your Wedding Officiant Matter?

January 8, 2017

You already know the answer to ‘does your wedding officiant matter’. Of course they matter! Big time! But then what…

Premarital Counseling Without Education Does More Harm Than Good

January 7, 2017

As more and more couples turn to premarital counseling because of our efforts to save marriages, there is a growing…

The Three Things That Stays With You For Your Entire Married Life

January 5, 2017

Your wedding day will come, and go; no matter how modest, or extravagant. But there are three things which will…

25 Reasons For Premarital Counseling And Education

January 4, 2017

To say I have “seen it all” is probably an understatement. With years and years of mediation and marriage help…

Do You Want To Be Married Happily Ever After?

January 3, 2017

Some people think it is only in fairy tales that the couple is married happily ever after, but they also…

The Single Greatest Requirement For Marriage

January 2, 2017

Of all the things required for marriage that you may have on your wedding planner the number one requirement to…

How Long Should We Wait Before We Get Engaged And Then Married?

January 1, 2017

The stories about people who get engaged right away, then get married within months, or even weeks, are very romantic.…

What Is The Most Important Thing To Make Your Marriage Happy?

December 31, 2016

How do you make your marriage happy? I’m not going share some useless bit of advice that was presumably handed…

Straight Talk About Premarital Counseling And Education

December 30, 2016

Its about time people heard the straight talk about premarital counseling and education. For years it has been misunderstood. In…

5 Tips For Having Alcohol at Your Wedding

December 28, 2016

If you are going to have alcohol at your wedding, as most people do, you need to be careful. Many…

The Incredible SEW Technique For Newlyweds

December 26, 2016

I was a divorce mediator who became a marriage “educator“, so I have seen it all. One of the cornerstones…

Lied To Your Fiance? Not Sure What to Do?

December 25, 2016

Have you lied to your fiance? It happens. But before you make matters worse, or drive yourself crazy, we need…

The Biggest Trouble For Newlyweds is Fighting

December 25, 2016

The biggest trouble for newlyweds is fighting. It may not be what you initially encounter. It may come later. But, unless…

How To Create A Lifetime Happy Marriage

December 24, 2016

Every one makes the wedding day their goal. They seem to forget that what they expect is a lifetime happy…

We Are Engaged But Argue All The Time

December 23, 2016

If you are engaged but argue it does not mean you should call off the wedding, thank God! However, it…

I’ll Give You 6 Good Reasons For Premarital Education

December 21, 2016

Here are 6 good reasons for premarital education. In case you are confused about my using the word education instead…

I Just Discovered My Fiance is On Porn Sites and Our Wedding is Next Month

December 12, 2016

It is not unusual for us to get an email like this: “I Just Discovered My Fiance is On Porn…

When is Premarital Counseling Useless?

December 8, 2016

When is premarital counseling useless? People unsure if they need premarital counseling fit into different categories. Some people think they know…

Create Your Own Secret Wedding Vows

December 4, 2016

When you create your own secret wedding vows you add an important and beautiful personal touch to your marriage. It…

Which is It, Premarital Counseling or Premarital Education?

December 4, 2016

Which is it, premarital counseling or premarital education? There is a huge difference, and his article will help you see it.…

3 Questions to Consider Before Moving In Before Your Wedding

December 1, 2016

In another article, “Should We Live Together Before We Get Married?“, I said I would share questions to consider before…

Should We Live Together Before We Get Married?

November 29, 2016

Should We Live Together Before We Get Married? Or should we wait? I am going to help you answer the question.…

Most Meaningful Wedding Present You Can Give Your Kids is Premarital Counseling

November 27, 2016

The most meaningful wedding present you can give your kids is premarital counseling. Sure, they would rather have a new…

Wedding Day Jitters Dont Happen With Premarital Counseling

November 23, 2016

Wedding day jitters don’t happen with premarital counseling. It is simple, really. You are ready for marriage. When you are…

Why Men Need Premarital Counseling

November 23, 2016

Men need premarital counseling as much as women, but for very different reasons. A little known fact is that men…

Modern Engaged Couples Approach to Premarital Counseling and Education

November 22, 2016

Your Approach to Premarital Counseling and Education will determine how successful your marriage will be; for the rest of your…

How Important is Premarital Counseling or Training?

November 21, 2016

By the time Michael proposed to Jessica they had the same set of friends, knew and liked each other’s parents…

Are You Worried About Getting Married?

November 20, 2016

If you are worried about getting married you are not alone. In fact, if you were NOT worried about getting…

How Long Should We Wait To Have a Baby?

November 17, 2016

Babies are wonderful little additions to the lives of a happily married couple. But if they, children, arrive too early,…

Is Premarital Sex A Problem If We Are Not Religious?

November 17, 2016

We know there are religious restrictions to premarital sex. There are also moral restrictions. But is premarital sex a problem…

4 Ways To Not Be Afraid To Get Married

November 16, 2016

It does not matter if you are getting married for the first, second, or the third time. If you are…

Is Ben Affleck Right That Marriage Is Work? We Don’t Think So

November 16, 2016

Most people assumed Ben Afflecks comments, when he thanked his wife for working on their marriage together, to mean marriage…

How to End Your Engagement Without Hurting Anyone

November 14, 2016

Some people may think it is crazy to consider anyone except their own future if they have to end their…

12 Tests; Are You Engaged To The Right One?

November 13, 2016

Most get engaged to the right one. But a lot of couples get engaged before they really know each other.…

Post Honeymoon Blues

October 29, 2016

If you are suffering through post honeymoon blues right now, it is not funny, and not cute. It is serious.…

5 Ways to Avoid Honeymoon Blues

October 29, 2016

Honeymoon images we see in our minds are often borrowed from honeymoon travel brochures and websites; a tropical beach, a loving couple…

Will My New Marriage Work Quiz

October 15, 2016

First let’s go through how to make your new marriage work. Then take the quiz. That way you will see how well your…

When To Start Premarital Counseling

October 14, 2016

Would you try flying a plane without proper training? What about skydiving? Would you jump out of a plane after…

4 Reasons For Premarital Counseling

April 8, 2016

As an ex-divorce mediator, my job was to structure divorces (but since then I’ve shifted to helping couples stay together),…

Can Divorce Mediation Improve Your Marriage?

November 10, 2015

A good mediator will never funnel a couple toward divorce. From their own experience they recognize most couples are merely…

Building An Authentic Marital Relationship With Spouse

June 22, 2015

The honesty we expect in a business transaction protects us from being taken advantage of. We hold the sales-/businessperson accountable,…

Are You Prepared For Your Second Marriage?

June 16, 2015

As a seven-year-old, like every other young boy at that age, I was sure if I concentrated enough, I could…

You Do Not Have Irreconcilable Differences

May 21, 2015

Differences in marriage are not irreconcilable at all. A successful marriage requires that you allow for and appreciate your differences.…

Stop Fighting In Your Marriage – Fight For Your Marriage

May 16, 2015

No matter how high the emotional temperature has risen or how deep into it you are, it only takes one…

Relationship Advice For Married Women

May 15, 2015

So many women believe they must compete with men. By doing so, they give up their own power. When a…

Simple, Doable, And Effective Step To Rebuild A Marriage

May 13, 2015

When you plan your marital fix in steps, you can stay focused and be confident that the results of each…

Premarital Counseling On The Rise

February 16, 2015

Due to fear of failure, premarital counseling has become more popular. Who wants to get involved in an unhappy or…

3 Dangerous Types Of Pre Marriage Counseling

January 27, 2015

Pre counseling is becoming more recognized as a valuable, if not essential, part of one’s engagement. Couples are finally waking…

Not All Premarital Counseling Is Created Equal

January 22, 2015

I like to peruse other premarital counseling courses because I want every marriage to succeed. Most of the marriage advice I…

Lying In Your Marriage

July 30, 2014

Lies are not great forms of communication, and couples should strive for authentic relationships. But don't let a lie break…

Unhappy After Your Honeymoon?

June 9, 2014

There is nothing wrong with you. Many people are let down by the after-honeymoon period. But if you use this…

Be Your Own Marriage Builder

June 8, 2014

What positive habits serve as the foundation of your marriage? All couples who have a great marriage have a few…

A Positive Approach To Marriage Education

June 7, 2014

A positive approach A positive approach to marriage education means starting with what you want from your marriage, rather than…

Is Jason’s And Lauren’s Engagement A Good Idea?

June 2, 2014

Considering the fact that the divorce statistics cross every economic and social line, one can only hope for the best.…

3 Ways Premarital Education Helps Newlyweds

May 29, 2014

When I interview candidates for our The Marriage Foundation certification training (and you may want to look into it yourself after…

My Wife Wants A Divorce

May 26, 2014

What you should do if you just found out your wife wants a divorce varies. Luckily, there are some practical…

Never Give Up On Your Marriage

May 24, 2014

If you don't give up on your marriage, and if you begin to study in earnest, the chances for success…

Premarital Education Or Counseling?

May 15, 2014

Asking to choose between premarital education or counseling is asking the wrong the question. Because why would you need counseling,…

Understanding Marriage

May 6, 2014

Understanding marriage ought to be a prerequisite to obtaining a marriage license, but that does not mean marital education is…

Do Not Get Married YET

April 18, 2014

Do not get married yet, because, unless you have studied marriage, you have no idea what you are getting into.…

Premarital Counseling Teaches The Exact Science of Marriage

March 31, 2014

There is an exact science of marriage! Making out and romance makes marriage fun in the beginning. But premarital counseling…

Should You Get Premarital Education?

March 20, 2014

Most people assume they will learn about marriage by being married. They think two good people have to only be…

Express Love In Your Relationship

February 20, 2014

Mankind is essentially spiritual. I don’t understand how people can discredit the unseen when they are aware of its presence…

My Husband Does Not Understand Me

December 15, 2013

As a point of fact, men generally rely on their wife to be a window into the world women see…

Can I Get Marriage Insurance?

December 11, 2013

There probably isn’t a “marriage insurance policy” you can buy from a “marriage insurance broker” like homeowners insurance. But if…

Have A Spiritual Marriage

December 10, 2013

The world we live in is materially oriented, meaning we value most what we own and want to own. The…

How to Save a Marriage After Separation: My Husband And I Have Been Separated For 18 months

October 25, 2013

One warning: Be sure NOT to ask or insist he does exactly what you’re committing to do. The key is…

Divorce And Adultery – The 3 Solutions

October 5, 2013

Very few people actually get a divorce because of adultery. Of course, it's difficult to track the statistics since the…

6 Reasons To Get Married

February 17, 2013

“Why should I get married?” is a common question these days for good statistical reasons. You might think getting married…

Is My Cheating Husband Grounds For Divorce?

January 13, 2012

Every couple who has come to see me in regards to infidelity was able to rescue and resuscitate their marriage.…

Can Men Be Trustworthy Husbands?

January 3, 2012

Obviously this article talks about trusting men to be faithful in marriage. We will try to give you more answers…

3 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Getting Engaged

November 5, 2011

A relationship that leads to marriage is very serious. You’re talking about committing yourself to a lifetime of acceptance and…

5 Premarital Counseling Tips

August 16, 2011

Young people marrying can dramatically increase the odds of their marital success. Anyone can clearly see the previous generation did not prepare…

Make Your Marriage Last A Lifetime

August 13, 2011

Nobody I know has ever asked to change the vows made at the altar, other than “until death do you…

Newlywed Having Second Thoughts

August 8, 2011

Warning: This Article is for those who are having second thoughts soon after the wedding and are not yet pregnant…

Create Your Dream Marriage

July 22, 2011

Remember how you would have long conversations or just sit and hold each other? You are still you and your…

Marriage: The Ultimate Give-and-Give Adventure

July 18, 2011

Now, ask me about relationship compatibility. It always boils down to the same thing: the more you give, the better…

5 Signs Of A Healthy Marriage

July 17, 2011

Please don't imagine that perfect is not possible; it is. Some of the attributes you might come up with may…

The Challenges Of Interfaith Marriages

March 29, 2011

Marriage is God's invention. Although God's laws are "defined" through religion, His love is the universal component in all religions…

Learn The Rules For A Happy Marriage

March 27, 2011

Although getting into a new marriage doesn’t carry the same level of risk as getting into a new business, the…

5 Tips To Help You Understand Women In Relationships

March 12, 2011

I know some ladies will be reading this even though it is directed toward the guys in your life; it’s…

3 Tips For The Newly Engaged

February 2, 2011

Pretend you are Aunt Julie or Uncle Jake, and your favorite niece just told you her boyfriend popped the big…

Why Marriage Counseling Will Not Work [MC]

January 7, 2011

Think of marriage as a sacred space in which you can be your true self; that is the self that…

Valentine’s Day Blues From Your Unhappy Marriage

January 5, 2011

Isn't it amazing that most of us will never really use much math in our daily life, yet schools pump…

You Are Not A Loser When Marriage Counseling Fails You [MC]

January 4, 2011

Compare your marital issues to when you have problems in other areas of your life. When a washing machine starts…

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