Articles about Couples

Vulnerability in Relationships

Vulnerability in Relationships

I was recently given a coloring page from my nephew. This picture did not follow the rules; it was full of coloring outside of the lines and a blue horse. It was wild and he was proud of his work. He worked up the courage to hand his magical creation to me and I...
Moving Through an Affair: The Decision

Moving Through an Affair: The Decision

After writing about the initial crisis period of an affair, it was clear to me that a follow-up article was necessary. I have to confess, though, that it has been a challenge to write. There’s so much complexity and uniqueness to every relationship, so much to fill in...
Your Relationship. You Matter.

Your Relationship. You Matter.

The other day my wife and I were having dinner with friends at their home. A fun night of pizza, laughs and sharing our upper respiratory colds. When it was time to drive home winter finally hit! I am a Michigan driver and sometimes find it an adventure to drive in...
Words to Improve Your Relationship

Words to Improve Your Relationship

Marriage can bring out the best in people or the worst in people. The same marriage can do either. When marriage isn’t bringing out the best in people their communication tends to either be negative or nonexistent. When it’s bringing out the best, the couple...
The Gifts in Singlehood

The Gifts in Singlehood

Valentines day has never been a big deal to me. I’m much more into the day-to-day expressions of love than the big moments. There is one Valentine’s day that stands out to me though. It was the Valentine’s Day where I mentally shifted and made the decision that my...