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Yours, Mine and Ours
In the early stages of a relationship, everyone is focused on the "magic." You’re captivated by their wit, their charm, and the way they look in a certain light. However, fast forward a few years, and a much more persistent reality replaces the 'magic': the electric...
The Myth of the Soulmate
Let’s talk about the "Soulmate." You know the one. Pop songs and paperback novels whisper about this mythical creature. They say this person will waltz into your life and finish your sentences. They will just know that 'I’m fine' actually means 'I need a taco and a...
The Social Performance Tax
We’ve all been there. You’re scrolling through your feed, and suddenly you see it: a reel of a couple in matching linen sets, frolicking through a perfectly manicured kitchen, meal-prepping organic kale chips while their toddler solves calculus in the background....
In-Laws: Boundaries for New Marriages
The wedding invitations are at the printer, the venue is booked, and the menu is set. But there is one guest list that requires more than just a seating chart: the extended family. In my decades of observing the mechanics of human relationships, I have seen more...
Modern Pre-Marital Success Blueprint
Most couples I meet are brilliant at planning. They can orchestrate a $50,000 event, navigate a guest list of 200, and pick the perfect photographer. But when guests finish the champagne and couples mail the thank-you notes., many realize they’ve spent more time...
The Single Life Exit Interview
After decades of watching people walk into my office—usually when the ink on the license has been dry for ten years and the resentment has reached a rolling boil—I’ve noticed a pattern. Most couples spend more time interviewing a Realtor than their...
Overcoming Retail Therapy Roadblocks
We’ve all heard the term financial infidelity, and usually, our minds go straight to the "big" stuff: a secret offshore bank account, a hidden second family, or a massive gambling debt. But as a marriage coach, I see a much quieter—and often more destructive—version...
When is it time to work with a Marriage Coach?
Just about every couple could benefit from seeing a marriage coach at some point in their time together. Timing is an important consideration. Don’t wait until your marriage is almost dead before you see see someone. Make an appointment when you “hit a snag”. What I...
Dating in the Digital Age
Welcome to dating in the digital age—where we’ve traded the nervous excitement of a genuine introduction for the cynical efficiency of a retail transaction. We aren’t meeting potential partners anymore; we are sourcing human inventory.
Defining the Household CEO
Defining the Household CEO: How to divide labor based on competence rather than tradition The Myth of the Fifty-Fifty Split Couples often enter my office exhausted by a "perfectly equal" division of labor. For decades, I've seen this exact pattern.They treat their...
The Roommate Audit: Why “In Love” Is Not a Strategy
After decades of watching couples navigate the trenches of domesticity, I’ve noticed a recurring delusion. It’s the idea that romantic chemistry acts as a sort of magical insulation against the friction of daily life. We assume that "love" means we won't mind damp...
Save Your Relationship: Take the First Step Alone
Are you facing the heart-wrenching reality that your spouse wants out of your relationship? It’s a painful place to be, especially when they’re unwilling to seek coaching together. But you don’t have to face this challenge alone. Discover the Power to Heal and Rebuild...
