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4 Surprising Ways You Invest In Your Marriage

4 Surprising Ways You Invest in Your Marriage

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When you think of investing in something, what comes to mind? If money immediately pops into your head, you’re probably not alone. It’s true – investing is often associated with finances. But in this post we’ll be talking about what is arguably the most important investment in your life – your marriage!

When you get married, you’re investing all you have into that commitment – financially, sure – but also on levels much deeper than that. Energy, time, emotion, love – you put all of those eggs into the basket that is your marriage. You’re banking on a lifelong commitment and a future together.

So what does this look like in the context of everyday life? Here are four surprising ways you invest in your marriage: Read More

June 19, 2024
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Stop Waiting for these Things in Your Marriage

Stop Waiting for These Things in Your Marriage

By Resilience7 Comments

You wait for the bus. You wait for a package to be delivered. You wait for the toast to pop up. It makes sense to wait for some things, and in certain situations, waiting for the “right time” is important. But adopting this mindset across every aspect of your life can paralyze personal growth and prevent you from reaching and enjoying your full potential. If you want to make the most of your marriage, then stop waiting for these things: Read More

April 17, 2024
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5 Ways to Clean Up Your Marriage This Spring

5 Ways to Clean Up Your Marriage This Spring

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Whether you participate in “spring cleaning” or prefer a monthly or year-round approach, there’s something to be said for the satisfaction that comes with clearing away the dust and clutter that builds up over time. While it’s not the most romantic way to visualize it, marriage can have it’s own grimy corners that might benefit from regular cleaning and maintenance. Here are five ways to clean up your marriage this spring. Read More

March 27, 2024
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The Best Time to Work on Your Relationship

By Relationship Basics, Resilience5 Comments

Ahh, marriage. What a dream! You and your spouse both feel that your relationship is stronger than ever. Time to sit back, put your feet up, and coast, right? Well, not quite.

Don’t get us wrong. You deserve to relish and enjoy every bit of the joy a happy marriage can bring. However, we don’t recommend adopting the mindset that there’s no room for improvement. In fact, we’d make the argument that the best time to work on your relationship is when things are going great.

If that seems counterintuitive, here are 5 reasons why it makes perfect sense. Read More

March 20, 2024
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Make These Tweaks to Reach Your Marriage Goals

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So you and your spouse set about to make some positive changes in your marriage. You’re both feeling motivated, inspired, and capable of reaching these goals together – that’s great! Fast forward a couple months down the road. Are you still chugging along optimistically?

It’s okay if the answer is no. You’re not alone if that initial energy has worn off, your progress has faltered, or you’ve given up altogether. Truth be told, this is common when working towards anything – whether it’s completing a DIY home project or achieving your marriage goals. When you encounter some kind of obstacle or setback, it’s easy to get discouraged, lose motivation, or resign yourself to the idea that things can’t change – which often leads to giving up.

The good news? It doesn’t have to be this way! We’ve got some simple tweaks you can make to help you keep going and achieve the positive changes you’re striving for in your marriage. Read More

March 6, 2024
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6 Ways to Prep Your Marriage for the Holiday Season

By Resilience2 Comments

When it comes to “holiday season prep,” you probably think about all the tasks and to-do’s you need to complete. Decorating, baking, shopping, cleaning, inviting, traveling – whether you do it all or just a little, it can be a hectic time. Nonetheless, a lot of effort and energy goes into it every year.

Have you ever considered how you can prep your marriage for this time of year? We know, you’re probably thinking, “Isn’t that just another thing to get done?” But hear us out. Preparing your marriage as you head into this stressful season gives you a strong foundation to lean on during what can be a relationship-straining time. Here are six ways to prep your marriage for a harmonious holiday season. Read More

November 8, 2023
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5 Signs You're Growing as a Couple

5 Signs You’re Growing as a Couple

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How do you know something is growing? Sometimes it’s concrete and measurable: You can compare your child’s current height to last year’s measurement. Or you can see that your tiny sprout has now outgrown the pot it was planted in. Other times, there is less visual evidence. For example, how do you know if you’ve grown personally or in your marriage? Although it’s harder to see on the surface, recognizing growth can be important. It gives you confidence, encouragement, and motivation to keep striving for better – to keep putting effort into the things that matter. Here are five signs you’re growing as a couple. Read More

October 25, 2023
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5 Crucial Conversations for a Lifestyle Change

By ResilienceOne Comment

Have you ever made a lifestyle change? We often associate this term with health-related habits, like eating healthier, eliminating things like alcohol or tobacco, or being more physically active. But it can encompass a lot of other things, too. For example, maybe a big career change will have a significant impact on the pace of your day-to-day life. Perhaps one of you has decided to stay home with the kids, and that means dialing back on any extra spending. Maybe you’re moving from big city to a rural area, away from friends, family, and all the conveniences you’re used to.

While there are many different circumstances that could have fueled the change, chances are it wasn’t easy, and it didn’t happen overnight. If you and your spouse are facing a similar situation together, it might feel daunting. In order for it to be sustainable, you’ll have to be on the same page and have each other’s full support. Here are five crucial things you’ll want to discuss: Read More

August 2, 2023
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The Downside of Comparison (& What To Do Instead)

The Downside of Comparison (& What To Do Instead)

By Relationship Basics, Resilience3 Comments

Oh look, one of your favorite couples that you follow on social media just went on (another) amazing vacation. They look so happy! They must be doing something right. Scroll, scroll, scroll. Ah, and there’s an old classmate gushing for paragraphs about their spouse… Should I be doing that? Should my spouse be doing that? Hmm, when was the last time we went on a romantic vacation or gushed about each other like that? Is our marriage going stale? Are we doing something wrong?

The pervasiveness of social media and the rise of “influencers” (both individuals and couples) has created innumerable opportunities for comparison to take hold. Even when you know it’s an unhealthy habit to fall into, comparison can creep into your thinking – especially when you’re constantly bombarded with what other couples are sharing about their own lives and relationships. You might begin feeling like your own life and marriage isn’t what it should be. Or perhaps you’ve started having a sense that something is missing. These nagging feelings often start out small, but they can become a larger problem if you’re not careful.

To avoid getting stuck in a rut of comparison, keep these things in mind: Read More

July 12, 2023
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4 Ways to Prioritize a Healthy Lifestyle Together

4 Ways to Prioritize a Healthy Lifestyle Together

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In sickness and in health… Whether this common phrase was part of your wedding vows or not, if you’re like most couples, you didn’t spend too much time dwelling on the what-if’s that are implied. Instead you were focused on making a lifelong commitment and the general idea of sticking by each other through all of life’s ups and downs. And it’s understandable. One of the exciting parts of getting married is envisioning your future together – sharing dreams, setting goals, and seeing yourselves growing old together.

One major assumption that underlies all of the hopes and dreams you have for a long life together is that you’ll both be healthy enough to be there through it all. While there are plenty of scenarios that are out of your hands, one thing you do have some control over is whether healthy living is part of your marriage. Here are 4 ways to prioritize a healthy lifestyle together. Read More

June 21, 2023
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