“Marriage”

Some of the most effective marital research focuses on what happy couples do well. Want to know the secret? In this video, Alisa shares the winning formula that helps couples feel more connected, closer and overall more satisfied in their relationship.

In a culture that idolizes rom-com relationships, Dr. Tim Muehlhoff explains the importance of not comparing real-life relationships to them.

Dear CMR,

My husband and I have separate bank accounts. He knows how much money I make, but I recently earned a raise. I am conflicted about whether or not to mention it to him. I am afraid if I tell him he will think of it as, "Ok, now we can buy something." I think we should save for a rainy day! 

Signed, Conflicted

Woody Allen once said, “We spend money we don’t have, to buy things we don’t need, to impress people we don’t like.” This very phrase might be one that describes "affluenza." In this video, Dr. Tim Muehlhoff defines affluenza and assesses the danger of it in relationships.

Want to know the secret to a happy marriage? In this video, Alisa Grace explains marriage expert Dr. John Gottman's number one secret. Want a hint? It's in the little things.

A relationship does not blossom overnight-- but neither does distance between you and your spouse. Debra Fileta outlines 10 areas to consider when protecting your marriage.

Doesn’t it make sense to save money by living together before marriage? According to research, cohabitation actually has negative consequences on the longevity of the relationship. In this episode, we share fascinating insights on the differences between couples who are cohabitating and couples who are married.

Research shows that over time, couples become less affectionate toward each other. When the honeymoon phase fades, how do you maintain intimacy with your spouse? In this article, Dr. Andrea Gurney shares four ways couples can sustain a healthy connection and a lifetime of love!