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Do you need to let go of control in your marriage?
As God has opened my eyes to the ugliness of my controlling, disrespectful behavior, more...
March 2022
March 22, 2022
Does Marriage Matter? This Study Says Yes
Is marriage optional? Does it matter if I get married? Does it matter if fewer...
April 2021
April 13, 2021
Why Your “Type” Isn’t Always Good For You
Today we are sharing a guest blog from Debra Fileta, Licensed Professional Counselor, while Shaunti is...
October 2019
October 28, 2019
Tips For Talking to Your Teen About Schedule Overload
The new school year is in full swing (wait, didn’t we just take those “first...
June 2018
June 07, 2018
Keeping Your Husband Happy With the Next-Day Rule
Ladies, imagine that as part of your dream job or volunteer work, you are offered...
April 2018
April 13, 2018
When You Think Your Husband Is Overreacting . . . Again
“If I had heard this a few years ago, I wouldn’t be divorced today.” I...
December 2017
December 13, 2017
3 Things to Do When You’re Disappointed By Your Spouse
When you're disappointed with your spouse (no matter what the reason), try practicing these three...
June 2017
June 14, 2017
What You Need to Do Before You Have Sex With Your Wife
So, guys, you’ve just had a big fight with your wife and now you’re ready...
July 2015
July 20, 2015
My Lady Is A Loose Cannon
Dear Shaunti, I used to think I was crazy, but these days I feel like...
May 2015
May 11, 2015
Should I Pray For God to Make Me More … Um … Amorous?
Dear Shaunti, Since sex is so important to my husband, and since you say it’s...
March 2015
March 16, 2015
Make-Up Sex: Does it Exist Beyond the Locker Room?
Dear Shaunti, The other day, I got into a big fight with my wife. In...
January 2015
January 05, 2015
Conquer the Calendar Without Crushing Your Kids
Dear Shaunti, My 8th grade son is getting involved in extra-curricular activities for the first...
December 2014
December 22, 2014
The Pressure Behind Your Pricetags: Understanding Your Husband’s Need to Provide
Dear Shaunti, My husband makes a good income, and I always stick to our budget,...
December 15, 2014
The Science of Seduction: Create Chemistry by Getting Physical
Dear Shaunti, My wife is constantly nagging me about taking care of myself, but I...
November 2014
November 17, 2014
My Way or the Highway: Be Careful What You Wish For
Dear Shaunti, My husband says I always want things my way. And he’s right to...
November 03, 2014
Why won’t my wife trust me?
Dear Shaunti, You say that women have worries that pop up in their minds, almost...
September 2014
September 15, 2014
First Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage, Then comes…Love: Choosing Sustained Marital Happiness
Dear Shaunti: My wife and I have been married for five years, and I’ve had...
August 2014
August 11, 2014
Prep Time In the Bathroom Could Pay Off In the Bedroom
Dear Shaunti: I used to really look forward to our Friday night date nights, but...
July 2014
July 21, 2014
Be Grateful For His Creativity Rather Than Grumpy About His Clutter
Dear Shaunti, My husband seems to miss the point of giving me “down time.” When...
June 2014
June 16, 2014
She Values Your Time More than Your Cash
Dear Shaunti, For years now, my wife has been talking about how great it would...
May 2014
May 26, 2014
Let Your Husband Unwind Before You Unload
Dear Shaunti, I am SO DONE with my husband’s grumpiness when he gets home from...
May 05, 2014
How Do I Get My Teen to Comply Without Complaining?
Dear Shaunti, I am constantly butting heads with my 14 year-old daughter. Yesterday, she asked...
April 2014
April 17, 2014
Crime and Punishment: When Do Teens Deserve Cell-Phone Restriction?
Dear Shaunti, Undoubtedly, the most effective punishment for my teenage daughter is taking away her...
April 10, 2014
Do We Have to Put Our Conflicts To Bed Before Lights Out?
Dear Shaunti, I’m about to pull my very tired hair out. My wife and I...
March 2014
March 31, 2014
Gain Respect By Being Direct
Dear Shaunti, How do I get my wife to not play games, and just share...
March 27, 2014
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Dear Shaunti, I feel like my husband is a total avoider. When we get into...
March 24, 2014
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Dear Shaunti, I read in your book that even happily married men struggle with looking...
March 20, 2014
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Dear Shaunti, I work long hours at a power plant, and my wife often sends...
February 2014
February 17, 2014
Love in the Blender: Appreciating Your Husband’s Gift-Giving Style
Dear Shaunti, I was really looking forward to our second Valentine's Day together, until...
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