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Date night is simply one of the best things couples can do for their marriage. It nourishes the relationship mentally, emotionally, socially and even sexually (…if you’re lucky!). Couples generally do the best they can when it comes to having a date night, so
on Nov 1, 2010 • with No Comments
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THE BENEFICIAL EFFECTS OF MARRIAGE There is something transformative about marriage. Even the anticipation of getting married changes people’s behavior. Men, in particular (Waite & Gallagher, 2001, p. 54; Nock, 2005, pp. 20-21), are less likely to drink or take drugs or engage in risky
on Oct 20, 2010 • with No Comments
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Wouldn’t it be wonderful for all couples to be fully aware of the demands and delights of marriage, and for them to willingly agree to commit to the required responsibilities? The expectations in marriage would no longer be such a surprise, and the transition from
on Sep 21, 2010 • with 1 Comment
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Here are the questions from The Marital Intimacy Show episode #043 — “Let’s Play 20 Questions.” To help make it easier for you and your spouse to talk about your sexual relationship I encourage you to play this little game called “20 Questions–Your Conversation Starter
on Sep 7, 2010 • with No Comments
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INTERVIEW AUDIO NOW AVAILABLE — www.TheGrapevineConversations.com Join Sheri Joi of Latter-day Woman Magazine’s “Grapevine Conversations” in a LIVE conversation with Intimacy Expert – Laura Brotherson on Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 from 9 – 10 pm (MST). To participate call the toll-free conference line at 507-726-
on Aug 21, 2010 • with No Comments
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Although sexual incompatibility may be inherent in marriage, taking these steps will increase sexual connection and enjoyment. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sexual Incompatibility Inherent in Marriage Sexual incompatibility in desired frequency, variety and the priority given the intimate relationship are some of the common challenges couples face in
on Aug 11, 2010 • with No Comments
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The Twilight Fervor The Twilight fervor seems to be heating up again with the release of the next movie in the Twilight saga. What isn’t being talked about though is its potentially negative effects on relationships. After seeing this disturbing Twilight parody music video, and
on Jun 30, 2010 • with 1 Comment
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One of my favorite websites/blogs for couples–The Love, Actually Blog (creative date ideas) is having a giveaway of our book “And They Were Not Ashamed–Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment” and my talk on CD “Love 101–Learning to Love More Meaningfully.” Be sure to check it
on Jun 29, 2010 • with No Comments
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Yay for Date Night! In light of the news of Al Gore and his wife getting divorced it’s a reminder to us all that marriage requires constant nourishment. Date night nourishes the relationship mentally, emotionally, physically and even sexually…if you’re lucky! : ) Don’t miss
on Jun 4, 2010 • with No Comments
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In a recent sex therapy training I attended at The Institute for Sexual Wholeness (ISW), it was a bit disturbing to hear that some people have very mistaken ideas of what sex therapy is all about. Just to be sure that everyone is clear on
on Apr 6, 2010 • with 2 Comments
