Marriage (Communication) Archives

What’s the State of the Union in Your Marriage?

Don’t wait for an argument to erupt to talk about your problems. Discover how a scheduled “State of the Union” meeting and the ATTUNE method can transform your marriage.

How Do Expectations Impact Your Marriage?

Every couple enters marriage with spoken and unspoken expectations. If left unexamined, these can lead to conflict. Discover how to use communication and grace to align your expectations.

What Are the Five Apology Languages?

Ever felt like your apology didn’t “land”? It might be because you’re speaking the wrong language. Explore the five apology languages and learn how to restore your relationships using biblical principles of grace and truth.

How Do Attachment Types Impact Marriage?

Attachment types act as a blueprint for how we relate to our spouses. By understanding these styles and anchoring our identity in Jesus, we can break unhealthy relationship cycles and move toward a more secure, loving, and Christ-centered marriage.

Respond To Your Spouse’s Bids

Learn how responding to your spouse’s subtle hints or suggestions can make your marriage healthy and strong.

Learn How To Really Listen to Your Spouse

One of our greatest needs is to be understood by others. This is especially true for a healthy marriage. Learn what it means to really listen so your spouse can feel most understood by you.

What Does the Bible Say about Conflict in Marriage?

Conflict in marriage is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be destructive. Learn how to identify unhealthy “fight languages” and replace them with biblical patterns of listening and grace to keep your marriage strong.

The 5 Traits of an Emotionally Intelligent Marriage

An emotionally intelligent spouse understands their own emotions while also being able to empathize and understand their spouse’s perspective.

4 Signs That Your Marriage Is in Trouble

A couple’s ability to communicate is obviously foundational to a healthy marriage. Gottman would say there are 4 communication styles that often lead to the end of marriage because of the damage they inflict on couples.

Four Boundary Markers In Marriage

Healthy boundaries lead to a healthy marriage and gives you the ability to love selflessly and sacrificially.

Boundaries With The In-Laws

If you experience ongoing conflict with the in-laws, it’s time to draw some boundaries using three steps.

When People Make You Anxious

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Stop Using Universal Quantifiers in Conflict

Universal quantifiers are over-generalizations that only add fuel to the fire in your conflict so avoid them at all costs!

Take the Selfishness Test for Your Marriage

Selfishness is at the root of marital disfunction. Discover the areas where you need to improve.

How Do I Handle a Disagreement With My Spouse?

There are some important do’s and don’ts when having a disagreement with your spouse. Learn what you should do if you want to resolve your fights in a healthy way.

Four Roadblocks to an Apology

Apologizing is difficult to do but a necessary skill if you want to have a healthy marriage. Avoid some typical excuses for why people don’t want to say “I’m sorry.”

Handling Emotions In Conflict Resolution

In conflict, emotions often run high on both sides. The key is understanding all emotions, not just your own.

The State of the Union in Your Marriage

Author John Gottman encourages couples to have a “State of the Union” talk that helps them address potential conflicts in the marriage. Here’s how it works…