Connecting with Your Partner

In Part 1 of our series on lies I believed about my husband, I discuss why I thought Bob didn’t want to listen to me and what we've done to debunk that lie.

In marriage, as in laser tag, when you use your differing strengths to work together as a team, you're more successful than when you work individually.

Keeping the relationship is of paramount importance in marriage. The goal of a disagreement is not to win the argument, it’s to win your spouse.

After you pinpoint the problem, calm the emotions, and listen to your spouse's side, start by making a proposal for a solution you can both live with.

In an argument, when you listen attentively to your response it goes a long way toward making you feel better and diffuse the argument.

Usually, when there is a dispute, it is because your spouse wants their way and you want yours, right? The emotions can take over for both parties.

In our first article of our five part series on resolving conflict in marriage, professional mediator Bob explains how to start by identifying the problem.

Marriage presents many opportunities for disagreement. But how do we get back on track when we feel hurt or the discussion is no longer civil? A little humility can go a long way.

Is your marriage like a cruise ship? Is it a big feeding frenzy with you rushing from one activity to the next? Or are you slowing down—relaxing—and enjoying your mate?

Are you stepping on your spouse's toes (or getting yours stepped on) when it comes to time concerns? Read on to find a better way to handle the situation.