The Premarital Collection

Build Your Bright Future, Together

Satisfying, secure marriages don‘t just happen: they’re grown. The Premarital Collection includes articles and podcasts from our expert premarital counselors to help set your marriage up for success.

Learn about how to resolve potential problems before they begin, how to get on the same page about money, parenting, priorities, and — most importantly — how to keep your relationship healthy and strong for a lifetime of love.

The Latest Posts In The Premarital Collection

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The Solution-Focused Therapy Questions That Stop Communication Breakdown

Struggling with a communication breakdown? Learn simple solution-focused therapy questions and techniques that help couples reconnect fast.

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Money & Relationships: How to Combine Finances After Marriage (Without Resentment)

Learn how to combine finances after marriage and build fairness, trust, and teamwork in your relationship.

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Why You’re Getting the Ick (and What It Means for Your Relationship)

Getting the ick in a relationship can feel sudden and confusing. Learn what the ick really means, why it happens, and how to handle it without sabotaging love.

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Common Money Issues in Marriage & How to Overcome Them

Why is it so hard to manage money as a couple? Learn about the most common money issues in marriage so you can avoid these pitfalls.

How to Strengthen Your Relationship

Avoiding unrealistic expectations and cultivating emotional safety are two ways you can strengthen your relationship. Here are the rest…

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Bids for Affection: How to Connect With Your Partner

Want to feel closer to your sweetie? Learn how to connect with your partner & strengthen your bond by using “bids for affection.”

Setting Boundaries With Parents

Adult child/parent relationships are tricky when it comes to setting boundaries with parents. Here are tips for starting the conversation!

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What Is Emotional Flooding?

Emotional flooding makes you say things you regret, or withdraw and avoid. Both can be disastrous for a relationship. Learn how to manage emotional flooding, on this episode of the podcast.