Recognizing the Difference: Shame vs Guilt

Looking back, everyone has something they feel bad about or regret. Like a parent yelling at their kids, or someone saying or doing something hurtful to their spouse. When someone feels bad about something, there are two different negative feelings that can occur...

What Are You Afraid Of? Dealing with Fear.

Anyone can experience fear. Old people, young people, brave people, and the people who feel they’re not so brave. Every experience of fear is dealt with differently. Some people have new experiences they fear, while others are afraid because of a past...

Why Does Stress Cause Marriage Problems?

(3-4 minute read)Stress is normal. Every one feels stress at some point in their life. There are different kinds of stress. The type of stress you are feeling, and how much you feel it is what can cause marriage problems. Eustress is a positive stress. An example of...

Managing Your Time Between Work, School, and Marriage

(4-6 minute read) A few weeks ago, I was talking with my cousin’s 8-year-old daughter about what we were each learning in school. During our conversation, she looked at the fancy ring on my left hand, fourth finger and asked, “Are you married?” An affirming, “mmmhmmm,...