Tag Archives: marital conflict

Don’t Live Life in Your Rear View Mirror

Posted on November 5, 2019 by

I have traveled to India several times. One thing that always amazes me is the traffic and the way people drive there. A given four-lane road may contain seven actual lanes, consisting of cars, trucks, scooters, pedestrians and cows. Despite … Continue reading →

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Arguing? Break it Down!

Posted on October 1, 2019 by

All couples have conflict. Unless you married a clone of yourself, you will find times where you disagree on an issue. And sometimes, it seems there is no way to get to a resolution where you will both be satisfied. … Continue reading →

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Going Through a Lull?

Posted on August 1, 2019 by

I had an interesting conversation with an old colleague yesterday that I hadn’t seen in years. We talked business for a while, then I shared with him about my new focus on marriage and coaching couples to have better relationships. … Continue reading →

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Keeping conflict in perspective…

Posted on February 25, 2014 by

Fortunately, I’ve not been ignoring my marriage like I have been this blog.  In terms of my marriage, things have been good.  But it seems like we’re surrounded by those whose relationships are in dire trouble. It’s tough being around … Continue reading →

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When Not to Focus on Your Spouse

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

I’ve written a number of blogs on the importance of focusing on your spouse, and giving them the love and attention that they deserve.  However, 30 years of marriage has taught me that there is an equally important time to … Continue reading →

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Why Women Aren’t Like CrockPots

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

We’ve all heard the analogy that when it comes to sex, men are like microwave ovens and women are like CrockPots.  The premise here is that men are quickly and easily aroused while women take in stimulus over a longer … Continue reading →

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Don’t let your marriage go to the dogs

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

We’ve got an English Bulldog at home.  He’s lazy, he snores, he drools, he can clear a room when he passes gas and he loves to cuddle.  He’s about six years old, so in bulldog terms, that would put him … Continue reading →

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Where’s your focus?

Posted on January 10, 2012 by

We weren’t designed to be self-sustaining organisms.    We inherently require things from the world around us to survive and to thrive.  We have physical needs (e.g. food, water, clothing, shelter), emotional needs (e.g. acceptance, love, friendship, empathy), sexual needs … Continue reading →

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Archenemy #1 – Complacency

Posted on October 4, 2011 by

We’re all familiar with the “honeymoon phase” that couples go through.  Everything is new and exciting.  Both partners are in an exploration mode as they go through the process of adapting to the other.  Everyday brings new learning and surprises … Continue reading →

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The unhealthy games we play – Part 2, Duality

Posted on September 29, 2011 by

Picture this.  You are at a business function with your husband.  You stand loyally at his side throughout the evening and thoroughly enjoy the charm, the warmth and the conversation that he exudes with everyone that he encounters.  You see … Continue reading →

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