We can only win by playing the roles Hashem originally intended for us. Whether a woman is married for a day, a decade, or half a century, there’s nothing she wants more than for her husband to love her. We know this not from the plethora of marriage books on the mainstream market. We know this…
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5 Things the Single in Your Life Wishes You Knew
Singles don’t need pity or unsolicited advice. But they do need your thought. A single shares what she’d like you to know. Five years ago, when I got engaged at 25 years old, the principal of the school I taught in called me into her office and said, “I’m thrilled for you but I’m even…
6 Cheap Date Ideas to Enjoy with Your Husband
Can’t get out? Find it out of budget? Still, it’s important for you and your husband to find time to spend alone. Here are 6 date night ideas that make it possible. You say you don’t have time for a date. You don’t have extra money. You are tired…or there is nothing exciting to do…
10 Tips on Being a Better Mom
Because even the most awesome mom needs some reminders sometimes. These 10 tips will help you remain a #1 mom. Laugh a lot. Yes, we’re putting this as number one. Keep your house a happy, positive place. At some point in the future, your children will remember it as a happy warm place. Create structure/boundaries…
10 Tips on Being a Better Wife
We all have little tips to share that help us improve our own relationship…we put all of them together to create one really awesome wife. Make sure to share your “better wife” tips in the comments! When it comes to your husband’s faults (hey, we all have some too!) separate yourself from them. It’s not…
How Can My Marriage Get Better if My Husband Isn’t Willing to Work at It?
Here’s why women are the “akeres habayis” and how we hold the power to influence our husband and home. For more tools, you can join the next Go4Harmony Teleconference for free tomorrow night, Tuesday, December 26. (Missed the class? You can still hear the recording. Access information is below.) In the modern world today, men…
Are You Married to a Figment of Your Imagination
Your dream marriage isn’t about changing your husband. There’s a much easier way to make it perfect. Sary’s imaginary husband was very warm and affectionate. He always greeted her with a huge smile and kind words. He bought her the perfect gifts and was so thoughtful. Esther’s imaginary husband always knew just the way to…
Can’t Get Out? Make Your Nights at Home Special
Little touches to the table or a new activity turn a regular evening into a memorable evening I’m a big believer in having little touches of excitement to change up the daily routine. It brings more love, laughter, and closeness into your life and who doesn’t need that? Being that I have a little munchkin…
3 Books About Marriage Every Wife Should Read
Because we can always do it better You know what they say: Every marriage—even a great one—needs work. It’s totally true. So whether you are going through a rough patch or just looking to make your great marriage even greater add these books to your must-read list. We’ve got some Jewish Book recommendations and how to…