Marriage Tips http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips_rss.asp en-us 2008 marriage@usccb.org (Marriage Feed) Most couples think that being involved sexually is the most intimate part of their marriage. Praying together may be an even deeper form of intimacy. Pray for each other even if not in one another's presence. http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Thu, 2 Jul 2009 01:00:00 GMT "Give great care to the preparation of engaged couples and be close to the young married couples, so that they will be...an eloquent testimony of God's love." (Pope John Paul II, 2001) Pray today for those who guide couples through marriage preparation. http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Wed, 1 Jul 2009 01:00:00 GMT Distance can put stress on a marriage. Having a spouse who travels a lot or is deployed to military service poses a challenge. Do you have any practices that help the two of you when you are apart for a while? http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT In a growing marriage the little things are the big things. It's not only marrying the right person. It's BEING the right partner. How are you doing in the little things of your marriage? http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT Don't argue with anyone today - even if you're right. http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Sun, 28 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT If you're too busy to have a weekly date with your spouse, you may be too busy. Set aside several hours next weekend that you can devote just to each other. This week the wife plans what to do, next week it's the husband's turn. http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Sat, 27 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT Self nurturing hobbies are healthy but can bleed into selfishness when MY needs become more important than my spouse's. Do I put any deeply held values like faith, fidelity, or family responsibilities at risk to pursue recreation? http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT Although travel can be an exciting adventure, extended close encounters can cause couples to get on each other's nerves. What do you like about traveling together? Dislike? http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT "A psychiatrist asks a lot of expensive questions your wife asks for nothing." (Joey Adams) As annoying as a challenging question from a spouse can be, it might point to a deeper truth or hurt. http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT How do you feel about growing old with your spouse? Talk about your concerns regarding aging - even if you're young. Knowing that your love is unconditional and does not depend on a perfect body is a part of "for better or for worse." http://www.foryourmarriage.org/marriage_tips.asp Tue, 23 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT