Matters of the Heart - Relationship Classes for Singles & Married Couples

Food for thought: The narrative of a father has often times been skewed in one direction - to that of financial provision....But is that all that there is to being a father? Who really is a father? To answer this question, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2025/06/16/reflections-on-fatherhood-fathers-day-series/ Credit: Image by Freepi...

Food for thought: Marriage is a journey that requires a high level of maturity and responsibility. As you get ready to 'pop the question' or say yes to the marriage proposal, have you taken time to gauge your partner's level of spiritual and emotional maturity? Does your partner also have a high sense of responsibility ?

Food for thought: Making a decision to pursue a relationship or proceed to marriage requires sound judgement to balance complement the intense feelings being experienced towards a loved one. When have you been guilty of making relationship or marriage decisions in the heat of intense feelings for a loved one? To find out more, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmar...

Food for thought: When you meet a love interest for the first time, do you rush headlong into making declarations of love and overlook the need to conduct personality and character checks ? Are there pitfalls to rushing through love? To find out more, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2025/05/26/reflections-for-singles-awakening-love-a...

Food for thought: Just before you hop into that new relationship, which version of you is planning to enter that relationship - is it the same version of you that led to the breakdown of your last relationship or is it a new version that has undergone growth and positive change? Credit: Image by Freepik

This podcast concludes the series 'Redefining mother-in-law hood' with a play where a mother tries to build a relationship with her son's future spouse. Wisdom nuggets for singles. Credit: Image by Freepik

This podcast offers practical insights into how current and future mothers-in-law can begin nurturing quality relationships with their children's spouses. Wisdom nuggets for singles. Credit: Image by Freepik

This podcast offers insights into the real meaning of who a mother -in-law is and new ways of thinking about the concept of mother-in-law hood. Wisdom nuggets for singles. Credit: Image by Freepik

Expressing true and unconditional love carries with it the inherent risk of being emotionally hurt, yet it is the richest form of love experience one can have. To find out more about what it means to love unconditionally, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2025/04/20/easter-reflections-learning-to-love-unconditionally-for-singles-and-ma...

This podcast offers parents insights into raising children with strong moral values and consideration for others. Wisdom nuggets for singles Credit: Image by Freepik

Food for thought for singles: What kind of child(ren) are you planning to raise in future- a blessing or a nightmare to their spouse? Will your child(ren) be one who treats the opposite sex with respect or sees them as toys to be played with?

Nothing hurts as much as finding out that one has been deceived or manipulated into a relationship or union. This happens when a partner chooses to withhold critical bits of information about themselves from a love interest or loved one. To find out which areas partners in a relationship need to be transparent about, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouple...

Relationships require transparency to thrive. This podcast takes a look at the concept of transparency and the need to pursue transparency right from the very start of a relationship. To find out more, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2025/03/24/transparency-in-relationships/

Food for thought: In your relationship/marriage, how do you view your loved one: as one meant to be at your every beck and call; your personal property to be thrown around and treated as you wish; or a person with a right to their own personal space for growth ? Credit: Image by Freepik

This podcast offers ideas on practical ways female marriage partners can arrange periods of rest and refreshment for their male spouses. Some of these ideas include arranging a day out of activities that are tailored around their loved one's personality and interests. Credit: Image by asier_relampagoestudio on Freepik

Men's mental health is the least talked about in many circles, yet the propensity to burn out is a real phenomenon for men, particularly when discharging their responsibilities as leaders of the home. This podcast takes a look at perspectives that contribute to male burnout in marriage and offers insights into how to reverse the phenomenon. Credit: Image by freepik

There are high pressure phases in every parent's life which makes it difficult to effectively engage with a loved one due to emotional and physical exhaustion. This podcast takes a look at ways to reduce this phenomenon known as 'burnout'. To find out more, please visit : https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2025/02/23/preventing-burnout-in...

True and faithful lovers don' t just happen in a relationship or marriage- it requires intentionally raising one as a parent. To find out ways to raise a true lover, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2025/02/16/february-reflections-intentionally-raising-lovers-parenting-series/ Credit: Image by Freepik

This podcast offers fun ideas on how to celebrate love this Valentine Season - there is something for every one, single or married. Credit: Image by HelloDavidPradoPerucha on Freepik

Food for thought: Are you aware that excessive social media use can lead to emotional burnout? When emotionally drained, it becomes difficult to fully engage with a loved one. Credit: Image by mego-studio on Freepik

Food for thought: On a daily basis, people use the social media for various activities - catching up with friends and family, connecting with a loved one/ potential love interests or striking up conversations with complete strangers ....have you given a thought to how your social media usage is affecting your love life? Credit: Image by Freepik

Creating a new love narrative requires the input of both parties in a relationship. This podcast takes a look at how couples can jointly create new narratives in their love life. Credit: Image by prostooleh on Freepik

This podcast provides further insights into how to establish new patterns in one's love life. This includes taking stock of practices and behaviours that have produced pleasant love experiences in the past and becoming more intentional about recreating those experiences on a much more regular basis. Credit: Image by katemangostar on Freepik

The start of a new year brings with it new energy and a renewed hope for a brighter future . It also presents the opportunity to start new narratives in one's life which includes one's love life. This podcast offers practical insights into how to write new narratives and set new directions for one's love life. Credit: Image by katemangostar on Freepik

When your loved one is passing through a difficulty or personal struggle, what is the best kind of response to your loved one's pain? To find out, please visit: https://mattersoftheheartrelationshipclassesforsinglesmarriedcouples.wordpress.com/2024/12/28/christmas-end-of-year-reflections-true-companionship-in-marriage-part-2/ Credit: Image by freepik