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What constitutes and unhappy marriage is more than sitting together, but separately as this couple is.

What Constitutes An Unhappy Marriage

By Mary Ellen Goggin / March 11, 2019 / Comments Off on What Constitutes An Unhappy Marriage

Yes, it’s possible to feel unhappy in your marriage without even knowing what constitutes an unhappy marriage. Unless you’re living in extreme misery, living in an unhappy marriage can be like slowly putting on weight, one Twinkie at a time. Before you know it, you’re taking an inspecting look in the mirror, dusting off your…

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A mature couple admiring the view and feeling great after attending a marriage healing retreat.

What You Need To Do Before You Attend A Marriage Healing Retreat

By Mary Ellen Goggin / March 10, 2019 / Comments Off on What You Need To Do Before You Attend A Marriage Healing Retreat

The idea of swapping some of your vacation time and money for a marriage healing retreat may be new to you. You may not even remember where the idea came from, but here it is. And now you and your spouse are blocking off time on your calendars and wondering what this blind date of…

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Couple happily working on their finances because they've each discovered how to communicate with your spouse about money.

How To Communicate With Your Spouse About Money

By Mary Ellen Goggin / March 4, 2019 / Comments Off on How To Communicate With Your Spouse About Money

It’s not about the money. It never is.And if you’re wondering how to communicate with your spouse about money, this needs to be your mantra. Funny thing about the green stuff — it’s at the root of so much consternation and discord. It makes the world go ‘round, and yet there’s never enough of it…

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Couple cuddling after attending a marriage retreat.

8 Things You Need To Know Before You Decide To Attend A Marriage Retreat

By Mary Ellen Goggin / March 1, 2019 / Comments Off on 8 Things You Need To Know Before You Decide To Attend A Marriage Retreat

Deciding to attend a marriage retreat is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your marriage. Whether you are motivated by the promise of enrichment or the urgency of crisis, a marriage retreat pays big dividends. Many couples who are veterans of the marriage retreat format swear by it. Many even recommend…

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Woman struggling with with the question of whether she should stay in her unhappy marriage or divorce.

How To Decide If It’s Better To Stay In An Unhappy Marriage Or Divorce

By Mary Ellen Goggin / February 27, 2019 / Comments Off on How To Decide If It’s Better To Stay In An Unhappy Marriage Or Divorce

It starts off so beautifully and utterly limitless in hope and possibility. Then, one day you’re asking, “Do we stay in an unhappy marriage or divorce?” How did you get to this point? Do you know for sure if you are really unhappy or just in a slump that every marriage experiences? How do you…

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Married couple holding hands at a marriage retreat for infidelity.

What To Look For In A Marriage Retreat For Infidelity

By Mary Ellen Goggin / February 21, 2019 / Comments Off on What To Look For In A Marriage Retreat For Infidelity

When your marriage hangs in the balance because of an infidelity, trying to save it can be overwhelming. A marriage retreat for infidelity is a unique way to focus on your marriage with therapists who specialize in your experience. In the world of therapy, there is so much to choose from. So many modalities, so…

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Couple trying to communicate with your spouse better.

How To Communicate With Your Spouse Better Even When You’re Angry With Them

By Mary Ellen Goggin / February 18, 2019 / Comments Off on How To Communicate With Your Spouse Better Even When You’re Angry With Them

Keeping your cool when your other half is pushing your buttons may be aggravating. But it’s key to learning to communicate with your spouse better. Be honest. There’s nothing like a heated adrenaline rush to make you feel liberated and justified when you’re angry. All those pent-up aggravations you’ve been stuffing behind a smile? All…

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The Best Gift for Valentine’s Day

By Jerry / February 14, 2019 / Comments Off on The Best Gift for Valentine’s Day

The gift of acceptance is far sweeter than chocolate.

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