Another year has come to a close, and that means we’re rounding up the top blog posts of the past 12 months. The top themes this year revolved around navigating unresolved tension, gaining perspective and clarity for handling challenges across all areas of marriage, and of course – date ideas! Keep reading as we count down the top 10 posts of the year.
#10: 8 Date Add-Ons for a New Spin
Have your dates become a little too predictable? Are you looking for a new challenge or a way to level them up? We’ve got you! If you’ve got a good thing going, there’s no need to completely reinvent the wheel.
#9: Refresh These 3 Marriage Areas
Are there areas of your relationship that are feeling a bit stale? Whether you’re stuck in the same old routine, or you feel like there are better ways you could be doing things in your marriage, sometimes a refresh is just what you need.
#8: 10 Warm Weather Date Ideas
Whether you’re taking a vacation to a warmer climate or you just enjoy being outside as much as possible when the weather is nice, you’ll want to check out this blog post.
#7: Breaking the Ice in Marriage
If you’ve ever felt the lingering tension after an argument or negative interaction, you know that sense of uncomfortable distance we’re talking about. Things feel off – and it’s not enjoyable for either of you.
#6: 5 Areas Practice Pays Off in Marriage
Are you picking up a new hobby or working to develop a particular skill for your job? Perhaps you’re giving a speech at a wedding or trying to perfect that special family recipe. In all of these cases, practice will typically help you improve. What about in your marriage?
#5: 4 Fresh Ways to Approach Household Chores
They often feel like the main obstacle standing between you and what you really want to be doing. Plus, they’re constant. As soon as you finish one round of chores it’s time to start up another. If you feel like you can never get ahead, it makes sense! Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or frustrated by lack of alignment with your spouse, it can have an effect on your marriage.
#4: Helping Each Other Recharge
People, work, daily responsibilities, and the world around you can tap out your energy reserves, whether it’s emotionally, mentally, or even spiritually. At the end of a long day, you’re ready to decompress. Are you and your spouse a source of renewal for each other?
#3: 3 Signs of a New Season & What to Know About Each One
Without looking at the calendar, there are signs that the seasons are changing. You notice changes in the weather and how much time you spend outside. Perhaps the pace of your job or your kids’ schedules pick up or slow down. How do you know when you’re transitioning to a new season in your marriage? It’s not always as clear.
#2: When You Can’t Let It Go
Imagine your spouse commits a small offense – maybe a comment comes out wrong or they show an unintentional lack of consideration. You ruminate and stew and dwell on it. Even if you know it’s not a big deal, something keeps you holding on. You just can’t let it go. Have you ever experienced this? https://www.prepare-enrich.com/blog/when-you-cant-let-it-go/
#1: Ask These Questions When Things Are Feeling Off
Sometimes you and your spouse are so in tune with each other you can have an entire conversation in one glance. Other times, it feels like you’re a million miles apart – easily annoyed and constantly misunderstanding one another. It’s not that you’re mad at each other… things just feel off. Can you relate?
No matter if you dive into every post, cherry-pick the ones that speak to you, or just catch the highlights – thank you for being here! Cheers to another year of actionable advice and insights to nurture your relationship.
