There is an interesting phenomenon that occurs as I engage couples in the process of healing after betrayal. Many times his hard work and growth triggers her all the more. As this begins to happen, he feels like he can never do enough. And she feels completely...
I work with a lot of men who have broken relational trust through their use of pornography. As I journey with the individual or the couple there are many markers along the way, and even hazards. For the guys who actually show up and do the work, it is a privilege to...
This Valentine’s Day, build connection with your spouse. These questions are sure to deepen your conversation and help each other feel loved. What are you most proud of? Why? What is a simple pleasure you delight in? What are the moments that bring you peace and...
If you’ve tried self-help books, or even marriage therapy, and found that it just doesn’t work. If you find yourself faithfully phrasing your arguments in the “I feel ______ when you _______,” kind of language. If you’ve discovered your...
By Nathaniel Gustafson In this blog series of Building a Better Marriage, we have been looking at the “why” questions behind what we do so far. Today’s topic focuses on 5 tools to help your marriage. 1. Slow things down The first strategy to improve communication is...
Everyone wants a better marriage, but the question is how to get there. There are no shortage of books, seminars, and internet articles that are going to tell us how to have the best marriage ever. However, many find that even after applying the techniques of using...
