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

By Mary Ellen Goggin / September 9, 2024

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…

My Wife Resents Me. How Do I Fix It?

By Mary Ellen Goggin / August 26, 2024

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?” There are ways to talk to your spouse about…

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

By Mary Ellen Goggin / August 12, 2024

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…

How to Overcome Resentment in a Relationship

By Mary Ellen Goggin / July 30, 2024

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…

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

By Mary Ellen Goggin / July 9, 2024

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…

How to Forgive Infidelity – The First Time

By Mary Ellen Goggin / June 27, 2024

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…

10 Tips for Navigating a Sexless Marriage Separate Bedrooms Scenario

By Mary Ellen Goggin / June 14, 2024

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…

Can A Woman Cheat And Still Be In Love? Understanding The Emotional Complexity

By Mary Ellen Goggin / May 28, 2024

Infidelity is a deeply painful and complex issue, stirring intense emotions and raising difficult questions. If you’re grappling with the life-changing question, “Can a woman cheat and still be in love?”, you are not alone. This question cuts to the quick of our understanding of relationships, love, and trust. Feeling hurt, betrayed, and confused is…