Practising Daily Appreciation
He handled something for the family that he had done many times before. She noticed, but said nothing. Later, she made an adjustment that helped his day go more smoothly. He appreciated it internally,…
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Seeing the Good Again
She could quickly name what frustrated her about him. He could easily describe the habits he wished she would change. Neither spouse was inventing the problems. But disappointment had become the lens through which…
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Loving and Liking Your Spouse
They were committed to their marriage. They shared responsibilities, remained faithful, and continued doing what needed to be done. But somewhere along the way, they stopped enjoying each other. They still said, “I love…
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Appreciation Opens the Heart
Every spouse needs encouragement. Not only correction. Not only reminders. Not only instructions. Not only conversations about what still needs to be done. Encouragement. Words that build. Words that notice. Words that strengthen. Words…
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Protect the Positive in Your Marriage
As they became more intentional about rest and renewal, the couple noticed something else. Their marriage did not need as much pressure. It needed more of the things that brought them joy. For a…
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When Comparison Steals Gratitude
She looked at another couple online and thought,“They always look so happy.” He saw another husband being praised and thought,“Why doesn’t my wife admire me like that?” Before long, they were no longer looking…
