Mary Ellen Goggin

Should You Expect and Accept A Boring Sex Life In Your Long-Term Marriage?

By Mary Ellen Goggin / December 18, 2024
Close up of a man and woman holding hands whoa re determined not to have a boring sex life in their long term marriage.

Many couples experience a slowdown in their sex lives. Spontaneity and excitement fade into routine and predictable encounters – in other words a boring sex life. Sound familiar?  Losing this important way you used to connect with your spouse is disheartening and concerning. But this does not mean a boring sex life is your new…

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Understanding Why Your Husband Takes Everything As Criticism & What To Do

By Mary Ellen Goggin / September 9, 2024
Husband feeling criticized while on the phone with his wife.

Does your husband seem to take everything as criticism, even when you’re just trying to share your feelings? It can be absolutely exhausting when every conversation seems to turn into an argument or stonewalling. You are then left wondering, “What did I say wrong?” If this sounds familiar, there’s probably a lot going on beneath…

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My Wife Resents Me. How Do I Fix It?

By Mary Ellen Goggin / August 26, 2024
Man looking out the window as he wonders why his wife resents him and how to fix it.

Does your wife seem distant, upset and angry with you all the time? It is a very painful situation to be in. You begin to question if she still loves you. And you are likely thinking something like, “My wife resents me—how do I fix it?” You are not alone. Resentment can seem to suddenly…

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I Can’t Talk To My Husband About My Feelings? What Should I Do?

By Mary Ellen Goggin / August 12, 2024
Sad woman holding a paper with a smile drawn on it.

When you feel you just can’t talk to your husband about your feelings, it’s hard to be you or feel whole. It can seem as if every time you try to talk with him, the words get stuck in your throat, or the conversation doesn’t go the way you hoped. You’re definitely not alone. Many…

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How to Overcome Resentment in a Relationship

By Mary Ellen Goggin / July 30, 2024
Woman standing with her arms crossed feeling resentment about her relationship.

Does your partner seem more like a stranger than your beloved? If so, it’s likely that resentment has stealthily snuck into your relationship. Left unchecked, it can cause significant damage. Luckily, you can overcome resentment in your relationship and make your connection stronger than ever. How Resentment Builds Unmet expectations are a significant source of…

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My Wife Won’t Talk To Me Anymore. What Should I Do?

By Mary Ellen Goggin / July 9, 2024
Woman by the shore refusing to talk to her husband.

If your wife won’t talk to you anymore, you are probably frustrated, confused, isolated, and lonely. It’s also likely you are wondering what exactly went wrong and how to fix it. When communication breaks down in a marriage, it is often a red flag that there are deeper issues needing attention. Your wife’s silence could…

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How to Forgive Infidelity – The First Time

By Mary Ellen Goggin / June 27, 2024
Woman staring out a window contemplating how to forgive infidelity.

Discovering your partner has cheated is gut-wrenching. The betrayal cuts deep and you begin to question whether anything about your relationship is or was real. You also wonder if your relationship is over or if it’s possible to forgive their infidelity. If this is the first infidelity, forgiving it is most likely possible, but it…

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10 Tips for Navigating a Sexless Marriage Separate Bedrooms Scenario

By Mary Ellen Goggin / June 14, 2024
Man sitting in the dark and looking dejected because he's living in a sexless marriage.

Living in a sexless marriage is lonely and confusing for most. If you are in this situation, you are likely feeling frustrated, isolated, and doubtful about your lovability. Despite all of the unpleasant emotions, you probably haven’t spoken about it to anyone because of the stigma of being in a sexless marriage. Then, when you…

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