Relationships (Page 6 of 7)

6 Coping Mechanisms for Grieving Widows

Losing a spouse is one of the most profound and heart-wrenching experiences one can endure. The pain and grief that follow can feel overwhelming and isolating. In these moments of sorrow, it is essential to remember that you are not alone and that there IS comfort to be found.

8 Ways to Date Your Spouse without Breaking the Budget

Dating your spouse is vital to the health of your marriage since sharing experiences outside of your normal routines keeps your relationship fresh and strengthens your bond. But traditional dates are often so expensive that couples sometimes neglect dating rather than deal with the stress of paying for pricey dates, like dinner at a fancy restaurant followed by a movie.

How to Track Down Old Friends Online

Thanks to the Internet, tracking down long-lost friends from many years ago is relatively easy to do and, in most cases, it won’t cost you a cent. Here are some tips and online tools to help you get started.

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22 Ways Aging Parents Need Help From Their Adult Children

Here are a few ways that your aging parents may need help from you.

8 Steps to Helping Your Adult Children Financially (without Enabling Them)

Due to a lagging economy and stale job market, many young adults have found themselves with a good education, accompanied by large student loans, low to no job prospects, and the need to count on their parents for help. This is definitely a less-than-ideal scenario, but if that’s your reality, how can you help your grown children get through this difficult period without creating a financial drain on your household and without fostering a dependent attitude?

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10 Ways to Sabotage Your Marriage (Without Realizing It)

While nobody sets out to sabotage their marriage, it’s not that hard to do. And often, we may not realize that we’re doing any damage at all—until it’s too late.

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How Fun Activities Can Help You Make New Friends in Retirement

Luckily for you, I’ve found the answer to making friends in retirement.

One word: Activities!

How to Love Your Spouse through Chronic Illness

Most traditional marriage vows include the phrase, “in sickness and in health.” But what if the sickness is worse than you bargained for?

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Will I Still Be Married to My Spouse in Heaven?

We have to live with eternity in mind. Although God has given us a purpose on earth, our time on earth is very short in comparison with eternity in heaven.

23 Reminders Every Couple Needs to Reignite Their Commitment

We can always reconnect with our partner, bring that spark back, and reignite our commitment to each other. Here are some ideas to help get you and your partner back on track.

How to Choose to Love Your Spouse, Even When You Don’t Feel Like It

When you first get married, life is grand. You’re head over heels in love. Everything your partner does is incredible, and your future looks bright. It’s easy to overlook their bad habits because you are so deliriously in love. The first few years are absolute bliss, and you can’t imagine ever being annoyed or frustrated with your partner.