In today’s podcast, Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace walk through an example of a relationship conflict and discuss the benefits of using the Speaker Listener strategy to emphasize the message of listening to understand.

What are the first steps to resolving conflict? In today’s video, Willa Williams guides us through the the process of calming down and giving the benefit of the doubt whenever we are in a disagreement.

Do the little things your partner does get on your nerves? In today’s blog, we discover how to identify the root of our outbursts as well as learn steps for controlling our reactions.

What is cancel culture? How should Christians respond to the cancel culture in our society today? In this week's podcast, Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace answer these two questions and offer insights on how Christians combat cancel culture with biblical humility, love, and care.

The CMR’s own Dr. Tim Muehlhoff recently wrote an article for the Christian Scholars Review. He shares the power of a truce and its significant impact on communication.

What is emotional intimacy and how do we create it? Emotional intimacy is the confidence that one can be emotionally vulnerable and still find acceptance, understanding, and support. In today's episode, Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace share four key components of emotional intimacy: safety, longevity, affection, and communication.

One of our friends in our friend group is "too much." Very emotionally needy, talks about himself a lot, asks for advice but never takes it, and dates the wrong people. We don’t want to ”unfriend” him, but he’s driving us crazy! What should we do?

Are you feeling the burden of money and financial decision-making in your relationship? Talking about how to deal with money in a relationship can be a divisive and difficult conversation. In this week's blog, Dr. Chris Grace reveals how to avoid arguments and find harmony in your relationship through conversations about money.

How often does conflict show up in your relationship? How often does that conflict end in a way that is helpful and affirming to you? Is that even possible? Dr. Chris Grace provides insight on how to grow as a couple through the way you engage in conflict.

Are you struggling to talk to your roommate? Whether you have a roommate for the first time in your life or you have lived with multiple roommates, navigating roommate situations can be complex. This week's blog offers practical communication tips to help you improve your roommate relationship.