Do This Before You Walk Down the Aisle

Do This Before You Walk Down the Aisle

When planning a wedding, the air is abuzz with excitement. The focus is geared toward dresses and tresses, venues and menus. And yet… At this point, we all know the statistics: in the USA, the likelihood of getting a divorce is between 40 and 50 percent. And that’s...
What is Love?

What is Love?

The word “love” is yet another great example of how the English language fails us.  You’ve probably heard the Inuit have over 50 words for “snow,” and even though snow can get pretty deep, love is way deeper. It’s a complex feeling experienced in different ways, and...
Is a Dream Relationship in Your Future?

Is a Dream Relationship in Your Future?

This piece is for couples and singles alike. Many of us grow up with unrealistic expectations of love. These ideas are often limited, portrayed as a feeling—such as butterflies, non-stop chemistry, or someone coming along and sweeping you off your feet. The deeper...
Why Would You Go to Premarital Counseling?

Why Would You Go to Premarital Counseling?

It almost seems counter intuitive, right? You’re madly in love, have found the perfect person – your soulmate! – counseling is the furthest thing from your mind.It’s hard to foresee problems occurring in the future. Especially when everything is going well and you’re...
Marriage Over 50 – What to Consider

Marriage Over 50 – What to Consider

You’re the best version of yourself.You may have a few (or more) regrets, but rather than ruminate over your past, you’ve chosen to learn from it instead.  With age comes wisdom and clarity. When you learn to listen to yourself, you are able to give yourself the...
10 Questions to Ask Before a Second Marriage

10 Questions to Ask Before a Second Marriage

It does nobody any favors to enter into a marriage blindly, whether it is your first, your second, or your fifth. Although the following questions might feel too vulnerable or difficult at first, asking and answering them with your partner before the wedding will...