When my firstborn was in grade school, I noticed that he would get cranky starting around August 1. It took me a few years (and the wisdom of a friend) to realize that he was feeling back-to-school stress. He enjoyed school, but the new routines, meeting new people, new teachers …

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Conflict is inevitable in marriage and fighting fair is a key component to handling conflict well. Over the 31 years I’ve been married, my husband and I have experienced conflict over just about every topic you can think of: finances, in-laws, parenting, sex, vacations, decision making…and more. We have rules …

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Introduction Do you need some communication skills to improve your marriage? Time and again, communication is often cited as a major challenge in marriage. And if you’ve been married for any length of time, you know that when communication is good, it’s very good. But when communication is bad, it’s …

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I’ve been married for over 30 years, and I understand that struggle is part of the process sometimes. Seasons come and go and everyone changes. Prayer has been an integral part of our success. Introduction Prayers for a couple struggling are vital for hope and encouragement, especially during a difficult …

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I can remember when I felt like the spark has dimmed in my marriage. It felt like my husband and I were drifting apart. Can you relate? Don’t worry, because there are effective strategies you can use to fight for your marriage and reignite the flame. In this article, we …

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