This category contains articles that offer marriage advice and second marriage advice.
Wondering how to apologize to your partner? Saying I’m sorry isn’t something a lot of people know how to do. It’s difficult for many reasons, which is why so many people often don’t say it–even during times when an apology is much needed. Love means never having to say you’re sorry” might be one of … Read more
Every divorce is difficult. It brings sadness, complicated emotions, and often fear of the unknown. But what happens when you face divorce in a second marriage? As an attorney who has guided many clients through this experience — and as someone who has lived through divorce myself — I know that second divorces carry unique … Read more
If you’re frustrated and wondering how to help an addict, whether that’s your spouse, ex-spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably been given the same old advice over and over again: But what if there was a better, smarter fourth option in helping an addict? An approach that doesn’t wreck your relationship or your sanity, … Read more
As a starry-eyed 9-year-old in 1970, I still remember the flurry of excitement from several of my teenage aunties over the film Love Story, starring Ryan O’Neal and Ali MacGraw. It’s long been heralded as one of the great cinematic romances, and I’ll admit—I still find myself unwittingly watching it on those lazy, “wear-my-pjs-all-day” afternoons. There’s a … Read more
No one wants to be in an emotionally abusive relationship, or an addictive relationship. So, why is it not so uncommon that people get into these kinds of relationships? There are many reasons, and going to therapy can help you uncover those reasons and work through them so that you can stop the behavior. But … Read more
Most of us have heard of the concept of looking at our relationship with our partner as a garden that we plant and tend. The concept being that as with a garden, we plant the seeds of our relationship with another, and watch as it blooms into something that brings beauty and joy into our … Read more
Everyone understands the significance and power of money. It’s not supposed to buy us happiness, but it sure can make us comfortable, and provide choices in our lives. Money can be used to make insecure people feel successful, it can be used to be loving, generous, and thoughtful, and it can also be used as … Read more
When couples reach a point where they have tried counseling but their patterns keep returning, there is something that might help them be more successful: marriage intensive therapy. It’s no secret that for a number of reasons, weekly therapy for couples doesn’t always lead to lasting relational changes.The idea that we should be able to … Read more
Although every marriage and situation is unique, I think many people stay in their marriages because it seems like the best option. Maybe they weighed out the pluses and minuses of splitting up, and then determined that staying–even though they are staying in an unhappy marriage, is the better choice versus the alternative of divorce. … Read more
Can my marriage be saved? This is the reason couples come to see me, a discernment counselor. In one to four sessions, we aim to have the answer, and to have both partners on the same page. Although every couple has a unique story and situation, there are certain things that go on and statements … Read more
I was recently at the grocery store and saw something I felt was important to address. I noticed a married couple shopping, and it hit me: the warning signs of divorce were crystal clear. Let me explain. While in the milk aisle, I spotted the couple. They looked like they were in their late twenties … Read more
Does couples counseling work? Consider a common scenario: Jack is convinced that his marriage with Diane is over. After years of struggle, arguments and distance, he announces his already-formulated plan to end the marriage. Diane is shocked. She knew they had problems but didn’t think he would actually “pull the plug” on their marriage. In … Read more
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