Happily Ever After is Just the Beginning

So there you are, having what you think is a non-controversial conversation with your spouse, when suddenly all you know what breaks lose. You can no longer think straight and all of your good intentions to stay on topic, be open to listening, and remain calm have gone out the window. What just happened? Licensed […] The post Stop Getting Hijacked into a Fight appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

One of the things that seems to surprise couples once they leave the “honeymoon” phase of their relationship, is that they are two different people. This realization is at the root of all the disagreements that follow. The bottom line isn’t that you married the wrong person. It’s that you need to develop strategies to […] The post Compassion is Key to a Happy Marriage appeared first on WebTalkRadi...

Did you just read that as sex? Many people equate intimacy with sex—but it is so much more. There is physical intimacy (of which sex is just one part), spiritual intimacy, intellectual intimacy, and emotional intimacy as well. The intimacy most of us are searching for involves all of them. And the type that holds a marriage […] The post Intimacy is Key to a Happy Marriage appeared first on WebTalk...

If “fine” and “okay” are the way you describe your marriage, you may be settling for less than what’s possible. You definitely are settling for less than you deserve. While your relationship may not always be filled with hot passion and fireworks, it shouldn’t feel bland or “just enough” either. Fear and ignorance (in the […] The post Stop Settling for a Less Than Epic Marriage appeared first on W...

t’s commonly accepted that marriage is hard. That it requires work. That’s only because many couples stop doing the things that led to getting married in the first place.  Yes, everyday life happens. Sometimes even bad things happen.  But none of it has to sink your marriage. Author Leah Hefner reveals how three simple behaviors can protect […] The post 3 Simple Things You Can Do to Have a Better...

Good communication alone will not ensure a Happily Ever After marriage but, without it, you don’t stand a chance. One of the biggest challenges couples face is learning how to communicate effectively. As with most things, it’s easier to look at where the other person is falling short than to look in the mirror and […] The post How to Talk So Your Partner Will Listen appeared first on WebTalkRadio....

I’m sure you’ve heard that marriage takes hard work. I completely disagree. Yes, it takes effort but that’s not the same thing. Anything worth doing requires some active behavior on your part. And you want your efforts to be in the right direction to bring about positive results. A lot of the “work” people put into their relationships does […] The post Marriage Doesn’t Need to Be Hard Work appeare...

If your marriage isn’t all you want it to be, who is responsible? The truth? You both are. Every decision you each have made has brought you to this situation. And if you both keep doing the same things, you will stay in the same place. So how do you move forward? Relationship Coach and author Matthew Fray reveals […] The post Marriage is 100/100 appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

Most people lie, even the ones who say they value truth and honesty. Because anything that isn’t the truth is a lie. Not saying something is a lie of omission. White lies are still lies. Being completely honest doesn’t require being harsh. It does require courage. And your marriage will be the better for it. […] The post Honesty is the Best Policy for Your Marriage appeared first on WebTalkRadio.n...

Women want men to be open and intimate. To share their thoughts and feelings. To really connect. Unfortunately, the capacity for intimacy that men are born with has been socialized out of them. The good news? It can be relearned. Randell Turner, Child and Family Therapist and founder of Unbreakable Bond, explains why this is […] The post Real Men Do Intimacy (Not Just Sex) appeared first on WebTal...

Do you have what it takes to have a long-term marriage that is actually happy and fulfilling? If you’re like a lot of people, you might be afraid you don’t. Yes, love is a necessary component. But you can’t be passive about it. Like a lot of things, love will wane if you aren’t feeding it. And […] The post Secrets for Lasting Love appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

In theory, money is merely the means by which you acquire goods and services. In reality, it is so much more. It’s seen as a measure of success, self-worth, freedom, love, safety, security, and on and on. Getting on the same page financially with your spouse is incredibly important for the success of your marriage. […] The post Money Doesn’t Have to Be the Root of Evil in Your Marriage appeared fi...

All relationships face challenges. This is because you have two people trying to navigate through their differences. Relationship professionals are not immune from this very human experience. What they do have is the knowledge and tools to successfully negotiate the differences. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Susan Hartman Brenizer reveals some things she does consistently that have […] Th...

Have you ever been having a conversation with your spouse that suddenly seems to veer off course and right into an argument? If so, you’re not alone. But how you get the conversation, and your marriage, back on track is key to its success. Good communication is a skill that you can learn. Robert Taibbi, a […] The post Keep Your Conversations Out of the Ditch appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

Many people think that love is all you need for your marriage to succeed. But most people who divorce loved their spouses once. The truth is that every relationship you had before your marriage ended for one reason or another. So, what makes your marriage any likelier to succeed? Love is a desirable quality but […] The post An Actual Way to Make Your Marriage Great appeared first on WebTalkRadio.n...

When was the last time you and your spouse had fun together? Not with the family, but just with each other? If you can’t remember, or if you don’t make it a regular thing, your marriage could be in trouble. Laughter isn’t just good medicine for you personally, it can serve as the glue for […] The post The Power of Bringing Fun Into Your Marriage appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

Do you believe that marriage takes work? Do you believe that marriage is the place sex goes to die? Do you believe that you need to compromise and sacrifice who you are for your marriage to work? Do you believe that this is the best you’re going to get so just accept it? STOP. NOW. […] The post Stop Accepting the "Status Quo" in Your Marriage appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

Marriage is for grownups. This doesn’t mean you are over 18 or some other arbitrary age of majority. It means that you are emotionally ready to commit to creating a life with someone else. Because, while marriage can and should be about love, it’s about so much more. And one of those things is emotional […] The post The Marriage and Maturity Connection appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

Per a 2015 study, women initiate two-thirds of divorces. College-educated women initiate about 90% of them. These are statistics that should alarm anyone who is married. It may be that women are unhappier in their marriages then men are. If this is true, is divorce the answer? Could something else be going on? Women’s Empowerment […] The post Did You Know that Women Initiate Most Divorces? appeare...

You may think that you and your spouse don’t communicate. But the truth is, you are never not communicating. It might be that you don’t like what the other is expressing. It might be that you are communicating at different levels. It might be that the surface level way you normally communicate leaves you feeling […] The post Emotional Communication: The Key to Real Connection appeared first on Web...

Jay Thompson helps people discover their purpose and to create a culture based on their values. Over the past 50 years, Jay has welcomed many paths and it has been quite a journey. You are going to enjoy hearing his stories!  Guest Bio: Married to Mandy, the love of his life for almost 31 years, they have […] The post Don’t Let Negativity Hold You Back appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

There’s an expression—if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Could this be the reason for so many marriages to either fail or just be miserable? People fall in love, get into a serious relationship, and then decide to get married. What they often don’t do is talk about what they want their marriage […] The post Do You Have a Plan for Your Marriage? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

You may think that you and your spouse don’t communicate. But the truth is, you are never not communicating. It might be that you don’t like what the other is expressing. It might be that you are communicating at different levels. It might be that the surface level way you normally communicate leaves you feeling […] The post Emotional Communication: The Key to Real Connection appeared first on Web...

The three hardest words to say are not “I love you” but “I am sorry”. There is a lot of baggage and misunderstanding when it comes to apologizing that many people can’t bring themselves to offer them. But a good apology can heal the rift in your marriage. Andrew Blackwood is a coach, speaker, and the author […] The post The Power of a Genuine Apology appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .

With all that’s happening in the world right now, are you making time for intimacy? This may seem like a trick question but the amount of sex people are having has been diminishing in recent years. Some of this has to do with more people living alone, but high levels of stress and worry may […] The post What’s the Deal About Sex Anyway? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net .