Happily Ever After is Just the Beginning

All relationships have ups and downs. This often comes as a surprise to couples who think everything will be sunshine and roses on their wedding day. It can make them think they might have made a mistake. But it actually is quite normal. If things aren’t going quite the way you expected, you might fall […] The post Divorce May Not Always Be the Answer appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Marriage is a delicate dance between remaining who you are while being part of a couple. The choice isn’t either staying radically independent or becoming totally dependent. It’s about developing a healthy interdependence. But how do you do that? What does that look like? And what if your partner wants more of you? All great […] The post  How to Stay You When You’re Part of a We appeared first on...

One of the most wonderful aspects of marriage is the deep connection that it allows. For many people, that means physical intimacy. Not just sex but affection as well. Unfortunately, too many couples feel disconnected from each other. Sex, if it happens, is mundane and often unsatisfying. That’s often because they haven’t invested in the […] The post It’s NOT About Sex; It’s About Connection appea...

Research shows that married people as a whole have better and more frequent sex than singles. But that’s no comfort if you’re one of the many couples struggling with sex and intimacy. If you are in a sexless marriage or there is a big difference in your libidos, it can be very painful. And talking […] The post Not tonight, Honey appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Does silence make you uncomfortable? If it does, you’re not alone. Especially if that silence is coming from your spouse. Are they mad? Unhappy about something? Are they thinking about leaving? These types of thoughts (and others) can crop up when your partner is silent. And if you don’t have a way to clarify what’s […] The post The Double-edged Sword of Silence in Your Marriage appeared first on...

Fear may be the most powerful emotion we experience. It may even be stronger than love. One thing is for certain, it rears its ugly head way too often in our relationships. Fear keeps us from sharing our deepest thoughts and intense emotions; just what we really need to do to have the love we […] The post Love by Letting Go of Fear appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Many marriages suffer due to the inability of spouses to balance their own needs as individuals with the needs of being part of a couple. But is it really a question of remaining independent versus becoming dependent? Can you be married and still hold on to who you are? What would that look like? Dr. Darlene […] The post Do You Have to Lose Yourself to Have a Great Marriage? appeared first on WebT...

Far too many people believe that relationships are natural. You meet someone, fall in love, plan a life together and go on autopilot. This is not a prescription for success. It’s a prescription for flying into the side of a mountain. That’s where many people find themselves at the beginning of every year. Wondering why […] The post 7 Critical Strategies to Improve Your Marriage appeared first on W...

Being humble isn’t about being falsely modest. It’s an acknowledgment that there are some things you just don’t know. This is especially true when it comes to your spouse and your marriage. Starting from a place of humility about both will help when there are misunderstandings and miscommunication. Gavin Seah, author of True Humility, defines what humility […] The post  Humility is a Virtue in You...

If having a successful marriage is one of your goals, it’s important to be on the lookout for things that will damage it. It is often the attitude you bring and the habits that develop as a result that create the problems that put your happily ever after at risk. Thomas Fiffer, former senior editor at The Good […] The post Is Your Marriage Dying the Death of 1000 Cuts? appeared first on WebTalkRad...

Valentine’s Day on the surface is about sharing your love with your special someone. But if your partner puts an outsize emphasis on the day, something deeper may be going on. Special occasions may actually be tapping into your partner’s emotional blueprint and triggering unproductive relationship patterns. In other words, you find yourself walking a […] The post Why Valentine’s Day is Really Impo...

When asked “how are you”, most of us will answer “fine”. There isn’t necessarily anything wrong with that, unless it’s not true. Often “fine” is equated with “good”. But what if it’s just a form of settling for less than you want or could actually have? Not settling can be challenging, which is why many […] The post Moving from a “Fine” Marriage to an Extraordinary One appeared first on WebTalkRad...

When asked “how are you”, most of us will answer “fine”. There isn’t necessarily anything wrong with that, unless it’s not true. Often “fine” is equated with “good”. But what if it’s just a form of settling for less than you want or could actually have? Not settling can be challenging, which is why many […] The post Moving from a “Fine” Marriage to an Extraordinary One appeared first on WebTalkRad...

Did you grow up with the belief in a Soul Mate, Prince Charming, or some other idea of perfection in a marriage? If you did, you’re not alone. But it’s probably caused more challenges in your relationship than you realize. The opposite of perpetual bliss is not settling for misery, or even “good enough”. Writer and speech-language pathologist Jonathan Morris Schwartz proposes a theory of love that...

Do you want a happy, healthy marriage that lasts? Hopefully, you do. And there are some very specific actions you can take to increase the odds that you’ll have one. Even better, by doing these actions consistently on your own, you will change how you and your spouse interact. You will create a strong foundation of love, respect, and trust which will keep your marriage heading in the right directi...

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 your relationship. Relationship experts Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin and his wife Rivka reveal the power that making t...

Busy is the new badge of honor. But overdoing it often leads to burnout. And, if you’re burned out, all areas of your life will suffer. If you are running on empty, you have nothing left for those you are in relationships with. The more burned out, the more overwhelm, the worse it gets. Your health—physical, emotional, and mental—will all be impacted. Executive Life Coach Lee Marinaki explains bur...

Do you have a love/hate relationship with the end of the year holidays? You get to spend time with family and friends. On the flip side, you get to spend time with family and friends. The pressure to get them right, ensure that everyone is happy (except maybe you), and always have a wonderful time makes many of us want to go to sleep and wake up sometime in the New Year. But what if there was a wa...

SPOILER ALERT: Life is not a Disney movie. You know, when the hero and heroine overcome all obstacles and life is a bed of roses. Most of our lives are more reflective of the blooper reels, where stuff is messy and error filled. You misunderstand. Your partner misspeaks. And, without knowing how to course correct, your relationship circles the drain. But never fear, there is a solution. Writer, th...

Yes, most men are bigger and stronger than women and some have done things that support women’s fear of them. But what you may not realize is that a lot of straight men are also afraid of women. Specifically, their intimate partners. They aren’t afraid of being physically hurt but these fears are what keeps them from being the partners women say they want. Psychologist and author Dr. Avrum Weiss r...

Who doesn’t want a passionate marriage? But do you really know what that means? Or what it takes? Passion is much more complicated topic than most of us want to deal with. It isn’t just ripping each other’s clothes off as soon as you are within sight of each other. It’s about all the little choices you make throughout the day as well as avoiding the things that throw water on it. So how do you kno...

Many people think marriage is about finding personal happiness. Maybe that’s you. But trying to find happiness outside yourself or trying to be the source of someone else’s happiness is an exercise in futility and frustration. But there is a simple, though not necessarily easy, path to happiness for all of us. Author and Executive Director of the Center for Spiritual Exchange, Don Goewey is here t...

It’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 and support your marriage, so it can be your soft place to...

Do you love your partner but aren’t sure you’re in love with them anymore? Do you wonder where the magic has gone? Do you worry it won’t ever come back? Are you settling for being roommates when you want so much more? If so, then Jeff Forte, executive and PEAK Performance Coach and author of The 90-Minute Marriage Miracle, has the answers. He not only reveals the 8 elements of intimacy but what yo...

As humans, we are not meant to live in isolation. Loneliness has real implications for your mental, emotional, and, yes, physical health. Physical touch of all kinds is essential for good health and well-being. So, it’s no surprise that people in relationships where physical interaction is limited feel disconnected and, often, pain. But what if there was a path to better connection and more physic...