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communication Marriage Counseling

Why I Tell Couples to Start Arguments

Quite often in my counseling practice, I tell my clients to do something that sounds counterintuitive.  I tell couples to start arguments.  However, I tell them to start an argument over something fun, such as which ice cream flavor is best.  I have them do these practice arguments using strategies we discuss in marriage counseling.  […]

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Good habits

One Small Change Can Make a Big Difference

If you’re trying to make repairs to your relationship, or just trying to change bad habits or create better ones, one small change can make a big difference. At this point, you may be waiting to read what the one thing is.  Don’t be disappointed but there isn’t one thing that works for all situations.  […]