communication


Couple devotional: Sharing

Written by Laird Crump

This month’s couple devotional is focused on the responsibilities of marriage and, in particular, the thriving marriage trait of sharing.

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Marry your resolutions: Working together to set goals for the new year

Written by Todd Foley

Gym memberships. Strict budgets. Project lists. Yes, it’s already time to put New Year resolutions to the test.

Most people start the year with admirable goals based on what they’d like to do differently from the previous year. According to a 2011 Virgin Mobile Canada survey, the top 2012 resolutions for Canadians included staying in touch with family and friends, falling in love, quitting smoking, earning better grades or getting a promotion at work. Clearly, Canadians have good intentions to make good on new opportunities.

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Communication, time and perspective: The three best gifts you can give your spouse this Christmas

Written by Todd Foley

George Bailey, the lead character in It’s A Wonderful Life, was no stranger to stress and hardship during Christmas of 1946, enduring bankruptcy, dishonesty and an attempted suicide. It took all of this – plus some tough lessons from a guardian angel – for him to eventually realize that life is, in fact, wonderful.

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Q&A: Doesn't like to talk

Question: There are times when I just don’t feel like talking. My spouse understands, but my kids get upset. Can’t I just be quiet if I want to?

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Marriage mentoring: Take your relationship back to school

Written by Todd Foley

Enjoy connecting with other married couples and gleaning from their experiences? If so, marriage mentoring may be for you!

Marriage mentors are couples who have been together years longer than you and your spouse and can share life experiences and offer listening ears in a casual, non-threatening atmosphere.

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