In this topic, we talk about a practical, grace-filled way to handle conflict by using a weekly “State of the Union” conversation to replace reactive arguments with intentional connection, empathy, and growth.
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If you feel disappointment, annoyance or anger with your spouse, it may be due to an unmet expectation.
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Just like personality types or love languages, we all tend toward a particular attachment type. Being aware of your “type” helps you identify your default tendencies in times of stress and conflict.
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Learn how responding to your spouse’s subtle hints or suggestions can make your marriage healthy and strong.
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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.
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An emotionally intelligent spouse understands their own emotions while also being able to empathize and understand their spouse’s perspective.
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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.
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Healthy boundaries lead to a healthy marriage and gives you the ability to love selflessly and sacrificially.
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If you experience ongoing conflict with the in-laws, it’s time to draw some boundaries using three steps.
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Love and trust are great, but without the practical skill of good communication, your marriage might not go the distance.
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Click for Shownotes Philippians 4 is the anxiety chapter of the Bible. The most famous verses are...
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Universal quantifiers are over-generalizations that only add fuel to the fire in your conflict so avoid them at all costs!
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Selfishness is at the root of marital disfunction. Discover the areas where you need to improve.
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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.
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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.”
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In conflict, emotions often run high on both sides. The key is understanding all emotions, not just your own.
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Unmet expectations can destroy a marriage. Become aware of yours so you can help your spouse know and understand them, too.
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Have you been in an argument and think you apologized, but your spouse says you didn’t? That’s because you might be speaking a different language.
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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…
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One of the most destructive communication patterns in marriage is passive-aggression. Here are three reasons NOT to get into the habit in your home.
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The key is defining your goals both at work and at home to find a healthy balance as a couple.
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Most people think one of the worst things parents can do is fight in front of their kids. But that’s not necessarily true.
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Setting healthy boundaries with your in-laws is one of the most practical – and difficult – tasks for any couple. Here are a few simple tips…
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What has your family culture taught you about communication and conflict? Take what was good but leave behind what was bad.
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