In society, we tend to romanticize everything about relationships from the dates and gifts, to the walk down the aisle. But in relationships, especially marriage, we don’t talk enough about the challenges and unlearning that is often done to get the best out of your significant other. Even though I have only been married for 4 years, it feels like… Read More
Relationships
how comparison CAN CONTRIBUTE TO relationship FAILURE
The quote “Comparison is the thief of joy”, can play a big role in how successful you deem your relationship to be. It’s always easy to romanticize the relationships we see on social media. From our favorite artists to the family that seems to have it all together, the picture from the outside looks crystal clear. We must know everything… Read More
QUESTIONS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD ASK BEFORE GETTING MARRIED
Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of getting married. I wanted to experience the ring, dress, and not to mention having a loving husband by my side. I fantasized about building a life together, having children, and being able to create a legacy for the future. But in order to get to marriage, there are some serious… Read More
5 Friends that every girl needs
As I have gotten older, my friendships have become a part of my life where I have needed clarity. When I was younger, I would seek out friends who were just like me. But I have learned that there is no growth in total commonalities. I aspire to keep friends that will stretch me to places I haven’t been before…. Read More
Reconnecting your marriage after the baby
Having a new bundle of joy is such a blessing! But as you navigate becoming a new parent, it’s also difficult to keep your marriage as happy and healthy as it should be. As my husband and I experienced the joy of our baby boy, we also found ourselves drifting farther apart. We were struggling to reconnect in our marriage… Read More
5 TIPS TO ARGUING EFFECTIVELY WITH YOUR PARTNER
Ar·gue definition: give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one’s view. There comes a time in everyone’s relationship where an argument will happen. And how to argue effectively is a skill that often takes time and patience as you build your relationship. My husband and… Read More