by Waverly Hanson | May 26, 2015 | Building a Happy Marriage
I’m sure it’s no surprise to you to know that all couples disagree. It’s normal and the couples who stay married the longest disagree as much as those who divorce. Did you know that the best stage of your marriage (which many couples never reach) is...
by Waverly Hanson | Apr 18, 2015 | Building a Happy Marriage, Personal Development
My observation is that we want to be happy, but don’t know how. This problem has been exacerbated by the messages in movies, television, and other influential media, that promote a consumer-oriented, immediate gratification society. We seem to feel entitled to...
by Waverly Hanson | Apr 18, 2015 | Building a Happy Marriage, Personal Development
Nobody likes conflict, yet the most innocent words or actions can result in an argument, even with the best of intentions. Don’t wait for your next argument- read this article now to learn nine “Rules of the Road” for effective communication and conflict...
by Waverly Hanson | Apr 17, 2015 | Building a Happy Marriage
What does a fulfilling life partnership look like? How does it work? What makes it successful? Few of us can answer these questions with clarity. Most of us want a fulfilling life partnership and have little idea of how to create one. Even couples in successful...
by Waverly Hanson | Apr 17, 2015 | Building a Happy Marriage
My love, you are the love of my life and I’m grateful for each day with you. Our relationship is the most important part of my life and I am committed to being together forever. Though we are surrounded by cynicism and challenges, I resolve to love you and be with you...
by Waverly Hanson | Apr 16, 2015 | Building a Happy Marriage
With all of the distractions, obligations, and personal pursuits in life, it can seem difficult to prioritize your partner. In fact, some believe it is downright impossible. Huh? How can I possibly choose my partner first? What about my kids? What about my faith? What...
by Waverly Hanson | Aug 27, 2014 | Personal Development
What in the world is recharging your battery? Perhaps taking time for fun? Time for reflection? Self care or Self nurturing? Can you even relate? For so many of us there are always way too many responsibilities! Who has time to even think about their own needs, the...
by Waverly Hanson | Aug 2, 2014 | Personal Development
Ten Principles of Conscious Dating 1. Know who you are and what you want. Like an iceberg, we are typically aware only of the tip, while our success and happiness depends upon what lies below the surface. 2. Learn how to get what you want. Assess the information,...
by Waverly Hanson | Aug 1, 2014 | Building a Happy Marriage
Healthy marriages could be characterized by reasonable levels of marital satisfaction, though the levels would not have to be the highest levels to argue that the marriage was healthy. Healthy marriages are the basis of healthy families. Be it dating, friendship or...
by Waverly Hanson | Jul 2, 2014 | Building a Happy Marriage
Most of the people I know long for a healthy long lasting marriage. Many people, though, have given up on that idea and skeptically now believe that it is only a fantasy. My hope is to reassure you that it truly is possible but it doesn’t just happen all by...
