Part 2: Moving Beyond the Shock of Betrayal
When your world has been rocked by betrayal, it may feel as though nothing makes sense. Betrayal causes deep unrest because the very foundation of the relationship comes into serious question. Not only does the revelation of the betrayal caused deep anger and pain, but it can make the entire relationship feel unsafe and farce-like. […]
Top 10 Tips for Traveling Couples
“Honey, let’s go on vacation! We need a rest! A break! Let’s get out of here!” If those phrases sound familiar, you know the draw of getting away from it all. Whether your dream is to head to the beach, the mountains, or a far-off land, traveling offers opportunities for rest, relaxation, and discovery. Yet, […]
The Sexless Marriage: Getting Reconnected
“I can’t wait to see you tonight.” “Oh, I can’t get enough of you!” “I just want to kiss your face and touch your body!” Have phrases like this gone by the wayside? Do you wonder what happened to your spouse’s interest in sex? Is there an absence of desire and passion? Do you want […]
The Sexless Marriage: Why Sexual Intimacy Fades
It feels so wonderful to be in love?especially during the early stages of a relationship. Before the reality of life sets in, the delights of new love and lust are tremendous. It?s wonderful to have the “high” of being connected and desired. It feels wonderful to experience the intense longing and desire that lead to […]
Sexless Marriage: Understanding Why Passion and Sex Die
“Help! What?s gone wrong with my marriage? We used to be so passionate! The sex was hot and heavy. Now, our sex life is almost non-existent. If it goes on like this any longer, I don?t know what I?ll do.” When words of this sort pour from a client?s lips, I know there?s a lot […]
Sexy and Pregnant: The Unmentionable Truths of Pregnancy and Sex
Oh, the joys and worries of pregnancy! Whether you are considering having a baby or are already on your way to welcoming a little bundle of joy, it?s natural for myriad questions to arise. If you?re like most people, the thought of having a child brings alive many hopes and fears. Bringing a baby into […]
Anxiety, Depression and Your Marriage
The symptoms of depression and anxiety can be easy to miss until you?re in the thick of things. With busy schedules and ongoing demands, important issues such as depression can go unrecognized until the day your sweetheart can?t get out of bed. In the same way, an anxiety disorder can be all but ignored until […]
The Appreciation Habit
A feeling of being underappreciated is one of the chief complaints I hear when working with couples. Both men and women commonly tell me that their loved ones seem to take their efforts for granted. A sense of not being appreciated can take a toll on even the best of marriages. A meaningful expression of […]
Seven Simple New Holiday Traditions
Don?t let the true magic of the holiday season get lost in the whirlwind and glitter of this busy time of year. Looking past the flurry of shopping days and mountains of gifts, holidays are a time of creating new memories and reflecting upon treasured moments of years gone by. Amidst the hustle and bustle […]
10 Tips for a Sweet and Sexy Holiday Season
We all love the sparkle and beauty of the winter holidays, yet this special season isn?t just about trimming the tree, eating sumptuous foods, and opening beautifully wrapped gifts. With romance in the air and warm fires aglow, there?s no time like the holiday season to spice things up! The hustle and bustle of the […]