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{Poll} Public Displays of Affection at Church
Mormon Life says: Some of my friends' religion professors have said church is absolutely not the place for PDA, but I've also seen plenty of leaders show affection for their wives in public settings. Where is the line?
I like to show affection for my husband. Whenever I can, I try to hold his hand. When we say goodbye, we give a quick kiss to let the other person know he/she is in our thoughts while we're apart....
Dave Says: Unity Is the Key in Money and Marriage
Mormon Life says: Do you think it matters if it's the husband or the wife who handles the money?
Dear Dave,Does it matter whether it’s the husband or the wife who keeps the checkbook and pays the bills? Lots of people say that kind of thing is the man’s job, but I was curious about what you...
Dave Says: Mixing Friends and Business
Mormon Life says: I started a partnership with my friend. What can I do to make sure our friendship is saved even if our business doesn't end up working out?
Dear Dave,I just began a business with a friend as an LLC partnership. I know he’s honest and a hard worker, but I’m still a little scared that everything will fall apart and we’ll walk away mad at...
{Single Saints} Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
Mormon Life says: Breakups. We’ve all been there, whether you’re the breaker-upper or the break-up-ee. While I'm no dating expert, I've found through my own trial and error that these eight steps help to heal the heart.
I’ve dealt with my fair share of breakups in the past. Some ended well, some ended badly, but all were hard to deal with at the time. Knowing that something you put hard work, effort, and time into...
{Single Saints} Making Long Distance Work
Mormon Life says: Some might say long distance is the wrong distance when it comes to relationships, and long run, they're right. But plenty have had success. The key is communication.
One of my favorite treats is the French bread pizza. It’s an ingenious upgrade on the standard pizza design, can be ready to eat in five minutes, and comes with a handy tray for catching crumbs...
Dave Says: Get Moving!
Mormon Life says: Should we live with my parents so we're closer to my husband's job?
Dear Dave,My husband works two hours away from home. He gets up at 3 a.m. and doesn’t get home until 7 p.m. We have a fully funded emergency fund, and he makes $95,000 a year. My parents’ place is...
{Single Saints} Dating Mythbusters, Part 2
Mormon Life says: Part 2 of my experiment with common date-getting techniques. See how Facebook stalking, eye games, compliments, and repetition measured up.
Last week we started exploring the wiles girls use to get guys to like them in Dating Mythbusters, Part 1. 1. Be straightforward; guys like girls who ask them out.
2. ...
He's Amazing and Still Single . . . and What She Can Do about It
Mormon Life says: Almost everyone knows an amazing woman who has so much to offer, yet the good man she is dating can’t seem to commit. Despite all the right signs, they not only don't get married, they break up. But a woman can do many things to help avoid this.
Last month’s article, "He’s Amazing and Still Single! Why?", described a group of highly eligible, attractive, and socially skilled men who, in spite of the fact that they date great women,...
How to Avoid Criticism in Relationships
Mormon Life says: What better way to say "Happy Valentine's Day" than by taking steps to improve your relationship? Criticism is a damaging communication pattern, and every relationship can benefit from removing it.
We live in a society where criticism has become the norm and respect a thing of the past. This is, in my professional opinion, one of the primary reasons families across the United States are...
The One Thing Men Wish Wives Knew but Can't Tell
Mormon Life says: In time for Valentine's Day, find out the thing men most wish their wives knew - and find ways to show him a little bit more of the same Christian heart.
In Shaunti Feldhahn’s book For Women Only, the author asked 400 Christian men, ages 21 to 75, in a national survey what they wished their wives knew, but couldn't tell them. They could have said...
{Single Saints} Dating Resolutions for the New Year
Whether you’re single, in a relationship, or married, there are always ways you can improve your love life to increase the happiness of yourself and your (current or potential) significant other.Single1. Try something new. Take a yoga class, join a local hiking group, learn a new language at your...
Is Dating Really Necessary for Healthy Marriages?
Mormon Life says: Lots of people stop "dating" their spouses when the kids come along. But in my experience as a family therapist, dating is absolutely crucial for a healthy marriage.
Do you and your spouse go out on dates? If so, how frequently? If not, why? One of the most common things couples stop doing over time is regular dating. In counseling, I generally ask couples if...
{Single Saints} 5 Secrets to Dating Success During the Holidays
Mormon Life says: Avoid winter dating woes by studying up on common mistakes made during the holidays and learning the secrets to counteract them.
The holidays often have huge romantic expectations and disappointments. If you are in a relationship (or wanting to be in one), you canʼt afford to make these five common mistakes. However, if you...
How To Show Your Spouse You're Thankful for Them
Mormon Life says: Are you thankful for your spouse this Thanksgiving season?
As we approach the beginning of the holiday season, I gear up for a busy time of couples counseling. There always seems to be an influx of couples coming to see me for counseling help after...
{Single Saints} Dating Mistakes Women Make
Mormon Life says: We guys are by no means perfect when it comes to dating, but that doesn't mean we're the only ones making mistakes. Here are some pitfalls you can avoid, ladies, to make life easier for all parties involved.
Dating is a dance in which neither partner knows the steps. There we go, one partner trying to do the tango while the other struggles through a waltz. Sometimes, the dance ends and both partners...
