Intellectual intimacy is a vital component of an overall sense of closeness. It includes the connection of minds, values, and interests....
Sarah and I work together to not only appreciate our differences, but to actually like our differences. But, I used to resent Sarah's perspective. Her detailed analysis, her cautious approach to new ideas. She's a slow decision maker. And honestly, that frustrated me. I wished she'd...
Last evening, Sarah and I spent some time with friends of ours. After a few drinks, and as the evening matured, our conversation turned to things that were deeper than your usual dinner party fare: we talked about sex, our marriages, and we took turns...
“How can I respond correctly when I am offended or irritated by my spouse? My inclination is to turn away or argue but I know that won’t benefit our relationship!” A husband and wife, though “in love” with each other, will have moments of misunderstandings and...
Sarah and I have recently hit this very odd snag in our marriage. Sar and I (I often call my wife 'Sar'; it's sort of a pet name. Short for 'Sarah') have a pretty awesome relationship. We love it. Being married is the bomb. Having kids...
Although "quick and easy anything" rarely works well, here is a tip that is relatively quick and easy but can yield long-term dividends in any relationship: remember the friends and enemies of quality conversation! When examining the impact of conversation in a marriage relationship, Dr. William...