by Liz Fava, LPC | Jun 18, 2013 | Couples, Dating, Liz Fava, Premarital, Relationship Skills
Do you ever wonder where you got the idea that the husband is supposed to take out the trash, or that the wife is supposed to clean the bathroom? Though gender roles and stereotypes are furthered by many societal aspects and the media, the number one factor for our...
by Liz Fava, LPC | May 23, 2013 | Communication, Counseling, Couples, Dating, Liz Fava, Premarital, Relationship Skills
Do you believe the best about your spouse, or believe the worst? If I were to ask you if you generally believe that your future spouse (or current spouse/significant other if you are already in a relationship) has your best interest in mind or your worst, what would...
by Liz Fava, LPC | Apr 25, 2013 | Couples, Dating, Liz Fava, Premarital, Relationship Skills
Returning again to our series Choosing a Love that Lasts, I would like us to examine the concept of core values. In the last post, I encouraged you to take on the everlasting task of self-discovery. I hope that you found the ideas for action helpful and took time to...
by Liz Fava, LPC | Apr 1, 2013 | Couples, Dating, Liz Fava, Premarital, Relationship Skills
What do you know to be true for you? The idea that a relationship between two people is all about their connection and chemistry is really not the whole story. The reality is that you bring your personality, values, goals, finances, religious beliefs, family and past...
by Liz Fava, LPC | Mar 21, 2013 | Couples, Dating, Liz Fava, Premarital, Relationship Skills
It is easy to look around and see that relationships everywhere, and in particular, marriages are in serious trouble. I can not speak for other nations around the world, but at least in the US it can be hard to find good examples of healthy happy marriages. This makes...
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