The thing with expectations is that we usually don’t even realize we have them until they are not met. This is particularly true of newlyweds. Once you say “I do” and start living together on a daily basis, that’s when issues begin to surface. Yet, all too often we fail to even talk about them, which usually results in conflict. And it’s certainly not limited to newlyweds.

When it comes to love and commitment the message we get from society is clear –nothing lasts forever. Love, as presented in films, novels, and music, is a powerful emotion that ebbs and flows and eventually flames out. Sometimes this flameout is staggeringly short. How has the divorce culture affected our marital climate? Read on.

In an age where being plugged in is the norm, it can be a challenge to maintain strong face-to-face relationships. In today’s video, we look at some of the risks of heavy technology use and the impact technology can have on our relationships. Watch for some practical steps you can take to protect your relationships from technology overuse.

How you interact with your spouse on a daily basis is the single greatest factor that establishes the type of communication climate that surrounds your marriage. It isn’t “what we communicate about that shapes a relational climate,” note communication experts, “as much as how we speak and act toward one another.” How can I assess the climate of my marriage? Read more to find out.

Friends: not just a classic TV show, but some of the most important people in our lives. Friendships should be fulfilling, stabilizing, and healthy, but that’s not always the case. When someone crosses your personal boundaries, you can start to feel hurt or angry. In our newest video, we’ll discuss how you can keep your friendships healthy, and how you can maintain good boundaries.

The essential first step in crafting a difficult conversation is to reclaim a healthy respect for the power of words. When preparing to engage another in a difficult conversation we must acknowledge and anticipate the impact our words could have on another. 

When there’s a problem in your relationship, how do you respond? By shutting down? Yelling? Criticizing? Giving up? The way you communicate with your partner can be one of the most influential factors in how well you manage conflict. So check out our newest video, where we show you how to avoid destructive pitfalls in difficult conversations.

What does it look like to become spiritually intimate with another person? Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace discuss practical tips on how you can create a spiritually intimate, flourishing relationship with your spouse.