In a Christian Marriage, Who’s in Charge?
In a Christian Marriage, Who’s in Charge? In the past, the issue of a power differential between men and women has been difficult to discuss objectively because it has been so highly politicized. Some believe …
The Mind-Reading Trap
The Mind-Reading Trap Your Partner Can’t Know What You’re Thinking (and That’s Okay) Have you ever expected your partner to know what you need without saying it out loud, then felt hurt when they didn’t …
Why You’re Fighting About Chores: The Real Story Behind Everyday Conflicts
In many relationships, chores become a battleground, igniting passions and frustrations that often seem disproportional to the task at hand. Understanding why these disagreements arise can offer valuable insights into the deeper dynamics of the …
Parental Conflict: But What About the Kids?
Too much conflict in any relationship is not good. But conflicts, or rather disagreements, are a natural by-product of any relationship, and effects on the parties involved are also natural. However, parental conflict can not …
Defining An Affair
Most people know what affairs are; however, the details of defining an affair are a little more challenging to understand. Personal Definitions of an Affair When clients walk into my office and announce that they …
Contrition
Why write about contrition? This blog comes from my research on understanding how contrition is used in secular and religious contexts. I often hear the word contrition when working with couples, but it seems to …
