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2025-11-16T20:45:56
Part 10: Build a Vision Together
Tip: Dream about your future on purpose—then talk about it. Couples that dream together stay together. Whether you’re dating, engaged, or married, creat
2025-09-20T22:03:20
Part 9: Keep Dating ' Practice Gratitude Out Loud
Tip: Say one thing every day that you appreciate about your partner. After the early excitement of dating fades, many couples unintentionally stop dGrati
2025-09-14T21:41:12
Part 8: Keep Dating ' No Matter How Long It's Been
Tip: Have a real date at least once a month (ideally weekly). After the early excitement of dating fades, many couples unintentionally stop dating e
2025-09-08T21:56:01
Part 7: Create a Conflict Code Word
Tip: Choose a safe word or phrase to pause a tense moment. Sometimes, in the heat of a disagreement, things escalate too fast. That’s where a conflict co
2025-08-26T19:12:13
Part 6: Practice 'Assume the Best' Thinking
Tip: When you’re unsure, choose to believe your partner’s intentions are good. Misunderstandings can quickly turn into hurt feelings. One of the m
2025-08-17T21:07:09
Part 5: Use the '5:1' Rule
Tip: Aim for five positive interactions for every negative one. Research shows thriving couples have a 5:1 ratio of positive to negative interactions—even dur
2025-08-04T21:37:01
Part 4: Schedule a Weekly 'Connection Ritual'
Tip: Create a recurring event that’s just for you two. Life gets busy. A weekly ritual—something simple and consistent—can create powerful bonding time. This
2025-07-27T21:01:57
Part 3: Make a 'Love Map' Date
Tip: Spend a night learning about your partner’s world. Relationship expert Dr. John Gottman coined the term Love Map: it’s your mental map of your partn
2025-07-20T21:05:38
Part 2: Mastering the 'Repair Attempt'
Tip: When conflict starts, use humor or kindness to reset tension. Every couple argues—but healthy couples know how to “repair” before things spir
2025-07-15T21:30:01
Part 1: The Power of Daily Check-Ins
Tip: Set aside 10 minutes every day for undistracted conversation. A simple, daily check-in can transform your relationship. It’s not about logistics (“
2025-07-02T21:04:31
Stronger Together: 10 Practical Ways to Build a Healthier, Happier Relationship
No matter where you are in your relationship—just starting to date, newly engaged, or years into marriage—staying emotionally connected takes intention.
2025-06-04T17:11:19
Bridging the Financial Gap: Handling Spending and Saving Differences in a Relationship
Money is one of the most common sources of tension in relationships, especially when one partner is a spender and the other a saver. These differences donR
2025-04-14T19:23:25
The Power of Tone in Relationships ' And How to Improve It
Tone is more than just the sound of your voice; it’s the emotional filter that colors your words. In relationships, tone can either build a bridge or cr
2025-04-03T23:01:51
Managing Conflict in Your Relationship: When One Wants to Talk Now, and the Other Needs Time
Conflict is inevitable in any relationship, but how you handle it can determine the strength of your bond. One of the most common challenges couples face is w
2025-03-21T23:14:19
Why Love Isn’t the Only Thing You Need for a Happy Marriage
Love is often seen as the foundation of a strong and happy marriage. It’s the spark that brings two people together and the force that keeps them connected. B
2025-03-16T22:44:26
How to Improve Communication When You Don't Feel Heard or Understood
In any relationship, feeling heard and understood is essential for emotional connection and trust. But what happens when one partner consistently fails to fol
2025-03-07T10:41:00
The Benefits of Premarital Counseling: Strengthening Your Relationship Before Saying 'I Do'
Marriage is one of the most significant commitments a couple can make, yet many enter it without fully preparing for the challenges ahead. Premarital counseli
2025-02-16T16:44:39
3 Key Practices to Manage Conflict in Your Relationship
Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship. Whether it arises from differing perspectives, unmet expectations, or misunderstandings, managing conflict
2025-02-05T16:53:12
10 Cohabitation Tips for Couples Moving in Together
Moving in together is an exciting milestone in a relationship, but it can also be a challenging one. Sharing a living space requires adjustments, compromises,
2025-01-26T20:44:15
How to Manage Family Expectations With Your Partner
Navigating relationships involves more than just understanding your partner; it often extends to fostering connections with their family. This dynamic can bri
2025-01-21T11:16:47
Strengthening Emotional Connections: Tips for Better Communication Between Couples
Communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship. While it’s easy to share everyday updates or logistical plans, discussing feelings and emotio
2024-12-29T21:31:07
Couples Goals for 2025: Building Stronger Relationships Together
As we approach 2025, many couples are reflecting on their relationships and setting goals to strengthen their bond. A successful partnership thrives on mutual
2024-12-22T10:32:49
6 Ways for Couples to Effectively Manage Their Finances
Managing finances as a couple can be a delicate balancing act. Money is often cited as one of the leading causes of stress in relationships, but with open com
2023-01-26T11:02:31
Enrich Your Relationship Named Winner of The Knot Best of Weddings 2023
17th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Honor the Top Wedding Professionals Across America I am pleased to announce that I have been selected as a 2023 winner o
2022-12-05T21:42:51
6 Ways to Improve Your Conflict Resolution Skills
Conflict in relationships is unavoidable, but with the right skills and tools, we can handle conflict respectfully, learn more about our partners, and problem
2022-09-02T10:37:16
12 Conflict Resolution Techniques for Couples Preparing for Marriage
Conflict is a natural part of relationships. We are all human, with varying experiences, preferences, standards, and opinions, and sometimes we will not see t
2022-08-10T09:54:31
Is Love All You Need For a Happy Marriage?
Love is a foundational piece of a relationship. Intimate love, in particular, makes your relationship different from all others. But is love all you need for
2022-08-02T00:10:16
5 Steps to Effective Communication
Effective communication is a foundational piece of successful relationships. While it is undoubtedly a skill we can improve with time and effort, it is also o
2022-07-12T13:33:22
Why Premarital Counseling Can be the Best (and Least Expensive!) Part of Planning Your Wedding
I certainly do not consider myself to be a numbers person; that is my husband’s domain as a financial advisor and the “CFO” of our family. However, after talk
2022-07-05T11:04:36
How to Fight Fair
How is it possible for two people raised in different families with different values, communication patterns, and problem-solving skills to agree on everythin
2022-06-22T21:28:27
How to Prepare for a Successful Marriage
One of the questions I often get from engaged couples is, “how can premarital counseling benefit us and why should we do it?” Once you are engaged
2020-12-31T21:22:10
How to Balance Household Responsibilities
One of my favorite books by Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, is called “Things I Wish I’d Known Before We Got Married.” It has provided several g
2020-12-31T21:11:46
How Resentment Affects Your Relationship
There are plenty of articles and studies that tell us why marriages fail, and they usually start with the “M” word – Money – or the “I” word – Infidelity. But
2020-12-31T21:05:55
To the Couples Who Had An Upcoming Wedding'
I am hearing from many people who have said their wedding has been postponed or canceled 🙁 I can’t imagine how that must feel, being so incredibly
2020-12-31T20:56:15
Counseling Advice: How to Navigate Decisions
Wedding planning can be stressful and bring up issues on everything from finances to familial relationships. There are so many decisions that have to be resol
2020-12-31T15:41:06
The 4 Myths of Premarital Education
1. Doing Premarital Counseling and Education Means There is Something Wrong With Our Relationship. Seeking out premarital counseling and education