Blog Posts
The Science of Breathing: How Stress Impacts the Body and Relationships
When stress hits—whether during a fight with your partner, a moment of fear, or emotional overwhelm—your body reacts instantly. Breathing becomes shallow, your heart rate speeds up, and a cascade of physiological changes begins. Understanding what’s happening inside...
10% Effort for a 50% Better Marriage
We all want improvements in our lives: better health, more money, successful marriage, happier days. But we all have busy lives, and at times we feel we’ll never catch up. What to do? Shhh… Here is a secret … You know what? Big improvements come through small...
Do You Inflate or Deflate Your Mate?
Words have power. So do actions. They have the power to uplift, encourage, inspire, and even heal. They also have the power to weaken, reject, discourage, and wound or injure. Simply put, your words and actions can inflate and/or deflate others. Do your words inflate...
Are Your Goals and Value In Line
When your goals and values are not in line, it’s as if you have two horses pulling you in opposite directions. Let me explain. Most people agree that goals can basically be described as what you are striving for and making plans to achieve. They are your objectives:...
What Is “A Words to Love By Marriage Intensive” and How Can It Help Struggling Couples?
When a marriage feels like it’s unraveling, weekly counseling sessions can sometimes feel like putting a band-aid on a deep wound. That’s where a marriage intensive comes in. Marriage intensives are a focused, immersive experience designed to provide...