Why Being Separated while Living Together is a Poor Choice for Reconciling
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Why Being Separated while Living Together is a Poor Choice for Reconciling

Real separation is very different from being separated while living together. Behaving as if you are separated while living together does damage that makes reconciling much less likely The dynamics of being separated (living in different homes) creates greater opportunities for connection, respect building, and reconciliation. Considering yourself to be separated while living together creates…

How to Reconcile with a Husband Who Hates You or Can’t Stand You
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How to Reconcile with a Husband Who Hates You or Can’t Stand You

If you are thinking “my husband hates me,” it doesn’t mean you need to apologize and become submissive. And, it doesn’t mean you need to reject him. Here’s how to figure out what is going on and how to start the path back to a loving relationship with him. Unless he has always been angry…

How to Respond when Your Wife Just Wants to be Friends
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How to Respond when Your Wife Just Wants to be Friends

What does it mean when your wife doesn’t want to divorce, but just wants to be friends? How you handle this situation can make the difference between reconciling and not If your wife wants to divorce and be friends, it is a different issue from staying married and being friends. This article will help you…

4 Keys to a Happy Marriage–They Are Not what You Think
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4 Keys to a Happy Marriage–They Are Not what You Think

The keys to a happy marriage are the same as the keys to an enjoyable courtship. Once you start thinking of yourself as “married,” you may stop doing the important things. People who know my wife and I often ask how we achieve such a wonderful relationship. It is obvious to them that we are…

10 Ideas to Improve Your Marriage without Discussing Problems
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10 Ideas to Improve Your Marriage without Discussing Problems

Marriage improvement works best with these everyday actions. Waiting, hoping, wishing–these are the methods that most people use to have a better relationship.  They don’t work, because what is required is action.  The happiness of your marriage is not in the hands of your spouse.  Marriage improvement is in your hands.  Here are 10 things…

How to Get More Respect and Love from Your Spouse
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How to Get More Respect and Love from Your Spouse

When you lose your spouse’s respect, your relationship continues to deteriorate. You can regain that respect and get more love at the same time. If you feel like your spouse looks down on you, he or she probably does. Your spouse may either try to control you or make you feel inadequate. He or she…

Are You Confusing Love and Respect? Respect Comes First
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Are You Confusing Love and Respect? Respect Comes First

Love and respect are intimately connected–but respect comes first Respect and love are not things we think of much in our marriage until they aren’t there anymore.  Neither of these things disappear in a single day, and the drain can be so slow that we are surprised when they’re gone.  You find out your spouse…