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Emotional Self-Care Is Important to Your Marriage

Marriage takes two, but for a marriage to succeed, both spouses need to practice emotional self-care. Here’s how to start.

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Divide and Conquer Household Duties for a Happier Marriage

As a general rule, couples who share the household duties are happier. So if your marriage needs a pick-me-up, pick up a broom and divide and conquer!

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Working Through Worry and Stress With Your Spouse

In times of crisis and change, anxiety can creep in and try to take hold of your marriage. However, many options lay before you to combat worry and stress.

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How to Love Your Spouse if They Have Coronavirus

How do you love your spouse if they have the coronavirus? Here are some spiritual and practical ways you could assist them during that situation.

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10 Ways Your Marriage Can Survive the Coronavirus Quarantine

The next several weeks won’t be easy. But there are things you can do to lower the stress level and find peace during the coronavirus quarantine.

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How to Talk to Others When You’re Frustrated With Your Spouse

There are two things to consider when talking to others about your spouse: who you talk to and how you talk to them.

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How Respecting Your Husband Can Make Him a Better Leader at Home

It’s not easy to see your husband’s imperfections and then choose to let him lead your family. But respecting your husband can make him a better man.

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Is a “Sleep Divorce” Healthy for Your Marriage?

Should you share a bed with your spouse or sleep separately? “Sleep divorce” is a growing issue among couples. But does it hurt the marriage?

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You Don’t Have to Divorce Because Your Parents Did

Divorce may be common in your family, but there’s good news: You can break the cycle.

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Should You Always Apologize for Words That Hurt Your Spouse’s Feelings?

Many spouses refuse to accept responsibility for hurtful words. But when those words create emotional barriers, it’s difficult to communicate.

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The Overlooked Benefits of Marriage

The personal benefits of marriage are enormous. Marriage can benefit couples in three important areas: personal healing, happiness and growth in holiness.

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6 Valentine’s Day Ideas to Help You Celebrate Your Spouse

Valentine’s Day isn’t a test to validate or discredit our marriage. It’s simply a way to celebrate the one we love.

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Can Guys Watch Hallmark Movies and Keep Their Man Card?

Love is in the air, and Hallmark movies are on the air this Valentine’s Day. Is it possible to sit down and — gasp! — actually enjoy a romance movie with your wife?

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How to Find Work-Life Balance for Your Marriage

Finding work-life balance isn’t easy. But it’s important for the health of your marriage. Here are four ways to start.

Jeremy and Audrey Roloff: Better Together

Jeremy and Audrey Roloff want to create a Christ-centered marriage that can go the distance, so they intentionally pursue togetherness daily.

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Harry and Meghan and Marriage

Harry and Meghan are special, but you don’t have to be a prince or princess to treat your spouse like royalty.

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Oprah, Marriage and Sacrifice

Did Oprah get it right? Does marriage mean sacrificing your goals, plans and identity? Or does marriage offer something more?

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Generosity in Marriage: Small Acts That Make a Big Difference

When you show your generosity, you’re expressing an important underlying message that your spouse needs to hear: ‘You matter. You’re valued.’

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How to Divorce-Proof Your Marriage If You Just Got Engaged

Your wedding is a one-day event. Your marriage lasts a lifetime. Divorce-proof your marriage by answering these three important questions.

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Knowing Our Spouse

One of the great gifts God has tucked into the aspect of “becoming one flesh” in marriage is the opportunity to be known.