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Image via Wikipedia By Dr Bill Maier Many couples think that arguing is the worst thing they can do, but that's not true. Unhealthy arguments can lead to trouble, but arguing itself is not unhealthy. In fact it can be a very productive way to work out our problems—as long as it's done lovingly and constructively. Good communication is critical, and sometimes communication leads to debate. It's a give and take way to work out problems. The worst thing a couple can do is to remain silent in the midst of trouble. Don't let personal pride keep you from having a vibrant and fulfilling marriage . Talk to your spouse when something is bothering you. Learn to have a healthy argument, and then never let a problem go without talking it through. You'll be amazed at what a little communication can do for your relationship. From TODAY, Voices – Thursday, 18-Jun-2009 Related articles by Zemanta Marriage Emphasizes Commitment (psychcentral.com)

Image via Wikipedia By Dr James Dobson If you want to put some new life in your marriage , try thinking like a teenager again. We all remember, fondly or otherwise, the craziness of our dating days – the coy attitudes, the flirting, the chase after the prize. But as we moved into marriage, most of us felt we should leave the game-playing behind. But we may not have changed as much as we'd like to think. The truth is that our romantic relationships will always bear some characteristics of adolescent sexuality. Grown-ups still love the thrill of the chase, the lure of the unattainable, the excitement of the new and the boredom with the old. The immature impulses are controlled and minimised in a committed relationship , but they never fully disappear. And this is the key for keeping life in our marriages. If things seem stale between you and your spouse, maybe you should remember some old tricks, repeating some of the happy moments that brought you together. Maybe it's time for...

By Dr Bill Maier Marriages that thrive are those where both husband and wife develop a servant mentality, looking for ways to meet each other's needs. It doesn't take a big expensive gift to thrill your mate. Just noticing what she needs and being willing to step in and help goes a long way towards making her life easier. Don't wait for her to ask before giving her a hand around the house. Take time to make the bed, or put in a load of clothes. If you see she's had a stressful day, take the kids to the playground and give her the evening off. She might just want to go shopping, visit some friends or just stay at home. It's the little things like these that keep a strong marriage growing even stronger. From TODAY, Voices – Friday, 05-Jun-2009 Related articles by Zemanta Problems with Your Husband? Do You Think Your Marriage is Damaged? (counselingonlinesite.com) Mistakes In A Marriage (counselingonlinesite.com) Marriage Emphasizes Commitment (psychcentral.com...

By Dr Bill Maier So what does it take to make a strong marriage ? Most people would say "love", and they are partly right. Love is critical to a successful marriage and most people would never get married without it. But young love is often nothing more than infatuation , and that is not enough to keep a couple together. So what about a love that is deep and mature — is that what it takes? Some might say "yes", but even the deepest love will not keep a marriage from being tested. The strongest marriages do not rely on infatuation or even love to keep them strong. They build their relationships on commitment. The difference is that commitment is an act of the will, not an emotion of the heart. It is two people saying to each other, "I know there will be tough times in our marriage and that we will not always feel like being together. But in spite of how we feel, we will commit to doing whatever it takes to make this marriage work". From TODAY, Voices – Thur...