Relationships Archives

"Negative thinking" occurs when a husband or wife interprets the behavior of his or her spouse to be much more negative than the spouse intended...

Many marriages struggle with a level of emotional distance, sometimes for a season and sometimes over the course of years...

After seventeen years of marriage, I can look back and say that it was my job to love my husband, Paul. Not to change him...

During the last few years I have communicated with a number of wives and husbands who are concerned about their mates' other relationships. Many...

Many people believe that the person they love looks at life the same way they do, but that’s usually not the case. Knowing your spouse’s...

I was on the road when the swimsuit issue arrived at my home. The lovely Mrs.Burchett led me into a marital minefield with this simple statement....

Our culture seems to place a high value on the euphoria of early romance, rarely taking into account the challenges that come as we advance through...

Once you understand how differently God has designed male and female brains, you can learn how to use those differences well in your marriage.

How do we as men need to think in order to enjoy greater intimacy with our wives?

Men crave intimate conversation as much as women do. So what prevents them from opening up?

We know race shouldn't factor into how much we love another. Yet Abi, an African-American woman, met many unexpected challenges when she found the...

Cruise control may be alright for your Buick, but it’s not alright for your marriage. If your relationship isn’t growing deeper, it’s growing more...

Dr. Gary Smalley and his wife, Norma, discuss some key moments in their marriage where they were able to increase their levels of emotional...

One of the greatest gifts you can give your mate is to believe in his or her dreams. What a difference you can make if you always treat your mate...

What is God's design for sexual intimacy? How much responsibility should I give my teen? Check out the most-read Family (and those seeking to start...