“Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual.” —Scott Westerfield Marriage doesn’t come with an instruction manual, even though both you and your spouse probably wish it did.  But what if you could create your own manual of best practices to make your marriage extraordinary? What would the index contain?

It’s common for couples to wonder how to handle conflict better in their marriage. Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship. Whether it’s a minor disagreement or a major argument, couples often find themselves stuck in conflict cycles. However, conflict doesn’t have to destroy your marriage. 

“You repeat what you don’t repair.” —Alisa DiLorenzo Conflict is a normal part of life and marriage. You and your spouse are different people and will inevitably have different thoughts, feelings, and opinions. Although conflict is unavoidable, it doesn’t have to derail your relationship.

“It’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.” —John Wooden In marriage, it’s the little things that make a big difference.

On some level, everyone knows the power of words. It’s the way you communicate with others. Words can convey facts, feelings, dreams, and more. Words hold power in every area of your life, especially when it comes to your marriage. But too often, people are quick to speak and slow to listen, and this creates…

Communication in marriage is fundamental. It underlies every area of your marriage, from sex to finances, faith, emotions, and more. Unfortunately, marriage doesn’t come with a manual. It takes time and effort (and plenty of mistakes) to learn how to communicate well with your spouse. But you can avoid a lot of frustration and pain…

“It’s not a nap. It’s a much needed life pause, preferably with a warm blanket.” —Anonymous Nap time is not just for little kids. As spouses, it’s important to address how even a simple thing, such as napping, affects your marriage.  Maybe it’s both of you napping together. Or just one of you.  There are…

Filing taxes as a married couple can be stressful. Tax season affects several of your 6 Pillars of Intimacy®, so it’s essential to take action to keep your marriage strong.  The tax season can create feelings of dread or frustration, but it is also an opportunity for you and your spouse to improve your emotional…