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Practical, professional guidance for married and committed couples working through the everyday friction, distance, and repair that come with sharing a life.

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Emotional Disconnection <>Why Do I Feel Distant From My Spouse Since They Changed Their Faith or Beliefs?

The Short Answer Feeling distant after your spouse changes their faith or core beliefs usually reflects a real…

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A husband's hand resting on his wife's hand as she lies in a hospital bed, a hospital wristband visible, symbolizing a health scare that changes how someone sees their marriage.
Emotional Healing <>Why Did a Health Scare Change How I See My Marriage?

The Short Answer A health scare often changes how you see your marriage because it strips away the…

4 min read
A household budget notebook open on a kitchen table beside a calculator, symbolizing a couple managing shared financial goals through different daily habits.
Communication Problems <>Why Do My Spouse and I Handle Money So Differently Even Though We Agree on the Big Goals?

The Short Answer Agreeing on big financial goals but clashing over daily money habits usually means you differ…

3 min read
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Marriage Conflict <>Why Does Retirement Change a Marriage So Much?

The Short Answer Retirement changes a marriage so much because it removes the daily structure, separate routines, and…

3 min read
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Insecurity <>Why Do I Feel Guilty for Wanting More Time to Myself in My Marriage?

The Short Answer Feeling guilty for wanting more time to yourself is a common but usually unfounded guilt,…

3 min read
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Emotional Healing <>Why Do I Feel Like I Cannot Be Honest About Our Marriage With Friends?

The Short Answer Feeling unable to be honest about your marriage with friends usually comes from fear of…

3 min read
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Husband and Wife <>Why Does My Spouse’s Hobby Feel Like It Is Taking Priority Over Me?

The Short Answer A spouse’s hobby feeling like it is taking priority over you usually points to a…

3 min read
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Emotional Neglect <>Why Do I Feel Alone When My Spouse Is Sick or Struggling?

The Short Answer Feeling alone when your spouse is sick or struggling is a common and understandable response,…

4 min read
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Insecurity <>Why Am I Afraid My Marriage Will End Up Like My Parents’?

The Short Answer Fearing your marriage will end up like your parents’ is a common and understandable worry,…

3 min read
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Communication Problems <>Why Does My Spouse’s Phone Feel Like a Third Person in Our Marriage?

The Short Answer Feeling like your spouse’s phone is a third person in the marriage usually reflects a…

3 min read
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Communication & Voice <>Why Do I Feel Like I Am Always the One Who Initiates Affection?

The Short Answer Always being the one who initiates affection usually reflects a difference in how each partner…

3 min read
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Emotional Disconnection <>Why Do I Feel Like I Am Competing With My Spouse’s Job for Their Attention?

The Short Answer Feeling like you are competing with your spouse’s job usually means their attention has become…

3 min read
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