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Family, Parenting and Religion

2025-12-14T21:08:34-05:00

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How Can I Rescue My Unhappy Marriage?

Last updated on: December 14, 2025 at 9:08 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Dear Terry, I’ve been married to John for ten years and I’m worried because we’ve lost the passion and loving feelings we used to have. There’s something missing from our marriage and I don’t know how to get it back. Here’s the problem – we’re more like roommates than lovers. We’re hardly ever alone and when we are, we mostly talk about our kids, Jessica and Thomas, who are three and six, and we rarely discuss our relationship or have... Read more

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2025-07-27T21:05:10-04:00

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6 Ways to Boost Intimacy in Your Marriage

Last updated on: July 27, 2025 at 9:05 pm By Terry Gaspard

2025-07-20T16:59:54-04:00

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Can You Be Friends With Your Ex After Divorce?

Last updated on: July 20, 2025 at 4:59 pm By Terry Gaspard

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There are many reasons why people strive to be friends with their ex after a breakup or divorce. One of the reasons is that they like to share resources and help each other out. They still consider themselves to be friends. Melinda, 46, a journalist, confides: “I can’t really completely heal from the breakup unless we stay in touch. I know that John shares my view, and that’s what works best for us.” Another reason why people want to stay... Read more

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2025-07-14T07:35:47-04:00

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Should You Stay in an Unhappy Marriage for Your Kids?

Last updated on: July 14, 2025 at 7:35 am By Terry Gaspard

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By far, this is one of the most commonly asked questions about divorce. The reason why this question is so difficult to answer is because every family is different and one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to divorce. Also, the degree of conflict in a marriage plays a large role in children’s divorce adjustment. Whether parents should stay together for the sake of their children depends to a large degree on the level of stress and disruption in... Read more

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2025-07-07T22:00:45-04:00

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6 Ways To Get Ready For Commitment or Marriage

Last updated on: July 7, 2025 at 10:00 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Over the last fifty years, there has been a quiet shift in the landscape of family life in America. Approximately 50 percent of adults over age eighteen marry; this number is compared to 72% in 1960, according to The Pew Research Center. The medium age at first marriage has never been higher for brides (26.5 years) and grooms (28.7years) according to this report. Some think this decline is because the progression of individualism has made it more difficult for couples to... Read more

2025-06-29T17:35:29-04:00

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6 Questions to Ask Potential Marriage Partners

Last updated on: June 29, 2025 at 5:35 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Who we choose to marry is one of the most important and costliest decisions a person will make, yet it’s not uncommon for lovers to make errors in judgment. Why does this happen? One reason is that most of us aren’t raised with a healthy template of marriage to follow. We also lack self-awareness and may be afraid of ending up alone. Another factor is unrealistic expectations of marriage because we grew up in the first generation for whom divorce... Read more

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2025-06-22T21:41:14-04:00

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5 Ways to Stop Confusing Chemistry for Compatibility

Last updated on: June 22, 2025 at 9:41 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Chemistry is such a powerful force that many couples confuse it with compatibility. While chemistry can be a glue that binds couples together early on in a relationship, it can fade over time if partners don’t share core values and maintain mutual respect. That said, it’s possible to have both chemistry and compatibility with someone. Chemistry can be defined as both a physical and mental attraction to someone and it causes you to feel passionate and alive. You look forward... Read more

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2025-06-15T20:54:19-04:00

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The Pros and Cons of Getting Married Again

Last updated on: June 15, 2025 at 8:54 pm By Terry Gaspard

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Over the last two decades since my divorce, I’ve come to the conclusion that my first marriage didn’t fail – it simply ended due to incompatibility and our difficulties resolving ongoing conflicts. Throughout my journey from an unhappy first marriage to a healthier second marriage, I’ve examined my first marriage from every angle – dissecting every reason why it didn’t work. I also took my time to decide the kind of second marriage that would work for me and made a... Read more

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2025-06-08T21:16:54-04:00

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Happy Father’s Day to Stepfathers

Last updated on: June 8, 2025 at 9:16 pm By Terry Gaspard

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What are some of the aspects of being a stepfather that make it a rewarding experience? In an effort to find out more, I conducted in-depth interviews of two stepfathers about their take on taking on this role and will share a several of their insights with you. In my effort to celebrate stepfathers this Father’s Day, I will highlight two stepfathers, Leonard and Harold. They are devoted to their wives and stepchildren in spite of many struggles through the... Read more

2025-06-02T22:05:52-04:00

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How To Heal From Feeling Rejected After Divorce

Last updated on: June 2, 2025 at 10:05 pm By Terry Gaspard

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When a marriage ends because our partner leaves or betrays us, it’s natural to experience feelings of rejection. When we are left, it can be a devastating experience and it can leave us feeling angry, sad, and self-critical – at times ruminating about what went wrong. We may be in shock and feel shaken to the core of our being. Self-defeating thoughts can grab hold because we are vulnerable and trying to make sense of things. However, it’s important to... Read more

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