The current divorce rate in the United States is about 40 percent of all people who married 35 years ago, according to the latest statistics.1 So, what contributes to the high divorce rates? Part of the problem is that people have place unfair expectations on their...
As anyone who has been in any relationship knows, conflict will inevitably occur. Disagreements are a normal part of every human relationship. Couples argue about a variety of things, ranging from child rearing to household upkeep. Although arguments are considered to...
Dealing with an emotionally explosive spouse is not easy. One minute you’re fine and you feel like you know your partner, the next, you feel like you’re married to a stranger.While every marriage has its ups and downs, emotional explosions and angry outbursts really...
Are You Always Shouting and Reacting? Does it feel like you are less interacting and more overreacting? Want to be a better communicator?Communication can be tough for many of us, especially when our emotions are involved. What gets in the...
Substance abuse can wreak havoc on a marriage. Has it brought yours to the brink of total collapse?Have you given up trying to figure out how to help your spouse break free from substance abuse? Is your life so chaotic that you’ve contemplated divorce? Are you sure...
I was very pleased to be one of the featured experts in a “Best Marriage Advice by 75 Experts for a Rock Solid Relationship” article on Marriage.com. “Every marriage has a share of highs and lows. While there is no trouble getting through the...
