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Family, Parenting and Religion

2021-03-01T20:27:10-04:00

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When She Wants Sex More Than He Does

Last updated on: March 1, 2021 at 8:27 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

Both in Christian and secular cultures, the message we’ve long heard is that men want frequent sex. That’s often true. But sometimes, it’s the wife who longs for more sexual encounters to both express and foster the intimacy she feels for her husband. Read more

2021-02-25T12:55:21-04:00

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What to Do When Anxious Thoughts are Taking Over

Last updated on: February 25, 2021 at 12:55 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

Today we are sharing a guest blog post from Julie Gorman while Shaunti continues to rest and heal from her cancer treatments. Julie’s wisdom in this devotional (which includes one of Shaunti’s favorite scriptures) is a much-needed reminder. Read more

2021-02-22T22:46:29-04:00

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Help Make Your Marriage Great By Being Grateful For Your Spouse

Last updated on: February 22, 2021 at 10:46 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

Have you ever been around one of those couples who just never seem to have an unkind word to say about each other . . . or to each other? If something goes wrong—a late arrival from work when dinner has been waiting, a misplaced bill that’s now overdue, the unintended sting of a joke gone wrong—there’s a noticeable absence of irritation, blaming, and grumbling. Instead of frustration overload, there’s understanding and unwavering support. Rather than venting about all the... Read more

surprising secrets of highly happy marriages

2021-02-17T23:25:57-04:00

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Put The “Fun” Back in Your Marriage

Last updated on: February 17, 2021 at 11:25 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

“Highly happy couples aren’t just spending time together because they’re happy; a big part of the reason they’re so happy is that they’re spending time together!” –Shaunti Feldhahn, The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages While Shaunti continues to recover from surgery and treatments, we are sharing this encouraging and insightful guest blog from her dear friend, Jill Savage. Her story below illustrates the importance of this finding and we are sure it will encourage you. True story:... Read more

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2021-02-16T02:09:22-04:00

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The Sex & Conversation Series, Part 3: “If My Spouse Loved Me, They Would WANT To Do What Warms My Heart!”

Last updated on: February 16, 2021 at 2:09 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

Would it surprise you to know that there are multiple ways most of us have damaging, subconscious, “it doesn’t count if . . .” or “if they loved me, they would . . .” expectations of our spouse? Let me share just two. Read more

2021-02-11T00:52:58-04:00

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Here’s How To Be Romantic All Year, Not Just On Valentine’s Day

Last updated on: February 11, 2021 at 12:52 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

I’m curious. What is your attitude each year when Valentine’s Day rolls around? Happy anticipation . . . or not so much? Many people look forward to a little extra romantic sweetness. But some people dread the day—singles who wish they were in a relationship, wives who feel disappointed year after year with a husband who doesn’t do much to mark the occasion, husbands who do their best to make their wives feel special but feel like their efforts never... Read more

2021-02-02T13:23:55-04:00

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The Sex & Conversation Series, Part 2: Sex Creates A Powerful Connection With Your Man’s Heart

Last updated on: February 2, 2021 at 1:23 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

Even with many married couples spending more time at home than ever before, we still have busy days, and it can be easy to feel closer to our kids than to our husband. But in the end, many of us also need to improve our overall connection to our husband. Read more

2021-01-28T01:18:08-04:00

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A Behind-the-Scenes Look: We’re Creating an Amazing New Resource!

Last updated on: January 28, 2021 at 1:18 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

Check out this video where I give you a behind-the-scenes peek at our new home studio where we’ll be creating our video content. I can’t wait for you to see it all! Read more

2021-02-02T13:23:10-04:00

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The Sex & Conversation Series, Part 1: One Simple Sentence That Will Delight Your Wife

Last updated on: February 2, 2021 at 1:23 pm By Shaunti Feldhahn

There is a magic bullet of a phrase that can make your wife feel so incredibly happy. Read more

2021-01-22T01:32:45-04:00

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Your Time Is Worth Way More Than Money To Your Wife

Last updated on: January 22, 2021 at 1:32 am By Shaunti Feldhahn

What husbands are frequently working so hard to provide might not be what is really most valuable to their wife. Read more

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