Relationship news, ideas and things to think about

After a two month hiatus, CouplesQuestions Blog is back with energy, enthusiasm and excitement around all things related to planning a MARRIAGE. We talk about the preparation, the pitfalls, the joys, the challenges, and everything (and we do mean everything) in between. We sometimes even like to talk about weddings, too!

Today’s entry provides a collection of interesting links (at least we think they are interesting!) related to various aspects of coupledom that we have come across in recent days. The first article comes from sciencedaily.com and looks at who has more sway in a relationship and why. Some of the findings may surprise you. Check out
Wives Have Greater Power In Marriage Problem-solving Behavior, According To Study.

For something a little more focussed specifically on making your marriage even better, Ben A. Leonard, as social worker writing for Metro West in Colorado, writes some very practical suggestions for anyone getting married or for those of us who have a few years under our belts. I especially like the idea each couple having a “secret weapon”. Read more at Living happily ever after: making your marriage work.

On the other side of the strong marriage conversation is an item which poses a challenge to faithful and thriving couples everywhere. Written by Sam Roberts, The Shelf Life of Bliss debunks the notion of the “seven year itch”…Unfortunately, Roberts suggests it is more like 3 years. Oy! Rather daunting for those of you preparing for marriage, but better to face these things head on. Talk about the prospect of difficult times BEFORE they happen (and don’t forget to do the workbook at couplesquestions.com).

Our final little tidbit for the day is from a great site called lovingyou.com. Jennifer Good offers a simple list of 10 Things You Can Do Right Now To Be Romantic! She’s got some great ideas and ones so easy even the laziest of us can do a few of them and maybe even one before the sun sets tonight! Why not give them a try? Your partner will love it, and your relationship is worth it!

Happy Couples, Happy Planet!

Labels: life, relationships, romance

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