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Embracing the Good Work of Building Sexual Intimacy In Marriage
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Embracing the Good Work of Building Sexual Intimacy In Marriage

Much of what I have learned about sexual intimacy in eight years (at the time of writing this post) of marriage has come from reading marriage books and blogs. I think sexual intimacy is one of those areas where we tend to lean towards self-learning. While “public” learning through conferences or small groups or talking…

Why Sex Should Not Be The Only Indicator of Health in Marriage
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Why Sex Should Not Be The Only Indicator of Health in Marriage

Does a lot of sex indicate a healthy marriage? Sex is a beautiful gift to married couples; a gift to be pursued and enjoyed. Sadly, in trying to help couples prioritize it, we’ve made it seem like it’s the only health-meter; if a couple’s sex life is off-base even to a small degree, we classify…

Silent treatment in marriage - can a wife "inspire" her husband to change through giving the cold shoulder? A few things to consider plus what works better
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Silent Treatment in Marriage – Why It Doesn’t Work and What To Do Instead

Silent treatment in marriage can be the auto-response when a spouse feels wounded. At least, it was my default as a newlywed wife. But as I have matured in marriage, I have come to see the full effects of silent treatment. Yes, the discovery hasn’t stopped me from wanting to hide in my woman-cave as…