Thriving Relationships
Unhappiness in marriage is a lot like bad baking. Just as poor baking habits—such as going heavy on the salt—lead to a culinary disaster, there are also predictable patterns for a miserable marriage. Unhappy marriage habits can sneak into a relationship. Many couples don’t realize they are doing anything wrong until it’s too late. If […]
A regular routine of fun couples activities is a key to marital happiness. At least that’s what our 2021 Happy Marriage Survey shows. We asked hundreds of couples, “How do you know you are happily married?” and received over 150 replies. Here’s what we discovered. 23 percent of couples say they are happily married because […]
Toxins are everywhere—from the itch of a mosquito bite to the swelling of a rash from poison ivy. In some cases, toxins cause momentary irritation. In other cases—such as with a malaria-infested mosquito bite—the wound becomes deadly. This is also true in relationships. Most couples engage in toxic communication sometimes. For some couples, the toxins […]
Can you choose to be happy? If you’ve ever wondered Is happiness is a choice? this article is for you. Our answer is both “yes” and “no.” At first glance, the answer may appear complex, but choosing happiness might be simpler than you think. Keep reading, and we’ll explain why. Then we’ll explore eight powerful […]
These last few months I’ve been relearning that blogging is always much more fun in community! After neglecting my blog for nearly three years, I decided to dive back in. After our big move from California to Minnesota, blogging is one of those things that got lost in the shuffle. Better together! These past few […]
Are you wondering how to be happier today? You’re not alone. Over 50,000 thousand people scour the web each month, desperately seeking to be happier. The good news is feelings are easily influenced, and smiling is the quickest happiness booster around. Keep reading, and we’ll show you why. Then, discover nine additional tips for happiness. […]