by Susanne M. Alexander | Jun 5, 2017 | Communication, Marriage Preparation, Spirituality
I have done no postings to my blog in recent months for a variety of reasons. It has been a time of deep reflection about my life, service, and helping others. I have been: Responding to and re-balancing after the passing of my mother in October at age 90. Evaluating...
by Susanne M. Alexander | Feb 29, 2016 | Marriage, Marriage Preparation
Can a marriage last? Yes, there is hope for marriage: It truly is possible to succeed. You are likely exploring the idea or reality of marriage at a time when marriage is often devalued, and cohabitation and divorce seem common. It is likely that friends or family...
by Susanne M. Alexander | Dec 28, 2015 | Dating, Friendship, Marriage, Marriage Preparation
Being friends is a unique choice to be connected and share time and experiences together. When you are friends, you bring honest perspectives and mutual encouragement to each other. You share an often unspoken commitment to accompany each other for a stretch of time....
by Susanne M. Alexander | Sep 1, 2015 | Communication, Marriage, Marriage Preparation
Here we go again! Every time we face making decisions, we have trouble doing it without fighting. Help! Having effective discussions and peacefully making decisions that work are often challenges for couples. Increasing skillfulness in this area will help your...
by Susanne M. Alexander | Aug 30, 2015 | Communication, Dating, Marriage, Marriage Preparation
We live in a world that changes quickly. However, some of us are more adaptable than others. Flexibility with change may not be easy for you. Change sounds exciting and fun for some! For others, it is something to resist and dread. How does this play out in...
by Susanne M. Alexander | May 16, 2015 | Character, Communication, Dating, Family, Marriage Preparation, Uncategorized
When I travel, I occasionally pick up a light-reading romance novel that I can leave behind in airplanes or hotels. After reading one, I notice I am feeling resistant to the popular notion of “instant relationships”. It is the norm in these books for the couple to be...
