Terry's Posts
10 Ways to Rekindle the Passion in Your Marriage
A good sexual relationship is built on emotional intimacy and closeness.
Managing Conflict in Blended Families
By compromising with your loved ones, you’re more likely to find a win-win solution.
Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Appreciation in Difficult Times
How you appreciate each other is a buffer for life's stressors.
How Your Childhood Can Affect Your Marriage
Your past has a bigger impact on your present than you think
Does Your Stepchild Trust You?
When it comes to blending families, take your time.
How to Build Trust with Your Partner After Infidelity
What it takes to stay together after an affair
Talking About Finances: A Touchy Topic Made Easier for Couples
Create a shared vision of your financial present and future.
Are You Lonesome Tonight?: Loneliness in Marriage
No one wants to feel alone in a relationship.
Communication During Coronavirus: Listening and Learning
Communication affects how safe and secure we feel in our relationships as well as our level of intimacy.
The Art of Sensual Communication
When you put words to your desire for your partner, you can experience a satisfying relationship in and out of bed.
Creating a Financial Vision for Your Stepfamily During COVID-19
Having open, honest conversations about finances will keep families grounded in the trust that grows out of a shared understanding.
The Pursuer-Distancer Dynamic
While all couples need autonomy and closeness, many partners struggle with the pursuer-distancer dance and feel chronically dissatisfied with their degree of intimacy. When the pattern of pursuing and distancing becomes ingrained, the behavior of one partner provokes and maintains the behavior of the other.
Do Trial Separations Work?
Can a relationship benefit from taking a break? It all comes down to outlining clear intentions, communication, and goals.
What to Do if You Don’t Trust Each Other
A therapist shares seven ways to build trust in your relationship.
Navigating the Challenges of Stepfamily Life
A successful remarriage and building a new stepfamily requires a foundation built on appreciation, respect, and tolerance.
5 Ways to Make Small Gestures Count in Your Marriage
Give your partner the gift of love and appreciation in small ways every day.
Enriching Your Marriage by Creating Shared Meaning
Create daily or weekly rituals of connection will enable you build shared meaning.
5 Rituals to Reconnect in Your Relationship
Never underestimate the power of intentional time with your partner.
Be the Change You Wish to See in Your Relationship
Instead of trying to change your partner, be the change you wish to see in your relationship.
4 Ways Parents Can Balance Couple Time and Family Time
You don’t have to choose between being a good parent and a good partner.
10 Things to Try Before Giving Up On Your Marriage
The recipe for failure in a marriage is waiting for the other person to change.
How Forgiveness Can Transform Your Marriage
Forgiveness is an essential component of successful romantic relationships.
Learning to Love Again After an Affair
Is it possible to rebuild trust after your partner has been unfaithful?
10 Rules for a Successful Second Marriage
Respect, positive communication, and having a good sense of humor go a long way in making your second marriage last a lifetime.
Timing Is Everything When It Comes To Marriage Counseling
According to relationship and marriage expert Dr. John Gottman, couples wait an average of six years of being unhappy before getting help.