When thinking about creating boundaries, the Bible verse in James 5:12 always comes to mind for me, “But above all, my brothers, do not swear, either by heaven or by…
What if I told you that after 15 minutes of listening, I could tell you exactly how you and your spouse fight and why you fight that way? Better yet,…
In the previous article, we focused on how to build and maintain a lifelong love, but something vital comes before building love can truly take flight. Just like when building…
One of the first questions I ask in a therapy session with any couple is: “How did you two first meet? What were your first impressions? What stood out?” You…
When you’ve lost touch with your partner, emotionally, it can be difficult to even engage in conversation. It might seem like you’ve got nothing to talk about anymore besides work,…
Drs. John and Julie Gottman have changed how people view relationships and have equipped thousands of couples with the skills and tools to make their relationship work. In my previous article (http://groffandassociates.com/2018/11/07/3-steps-to-better-friendship-in-marriage/) I…
One of the personally beneficial thoughts from the book, “Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No” by Henry Cloud and John Townsend, was the concept of what is…
“Can two walk together except they be agreed?” – Amos 3:3 Have you ever run a three-legged race before? If not, the idea is that two people have their inside…
Not all conflict is unhealthy. Can you identify your conflict? What does your conflict look like? The word conflict usually is associated with some type of negative perception. However, not…
Do you know the signs of an emotionally abusive relationship? Can you recognize the effects of an emotionally abusive relationship? Do you find yourself having to walk on eggshells around…
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