Affair partners exist in an artificial bubble. The affair exists as an antidote to a bad marriage. Affairs are fueled by comparison.

But once the bubble bursts and the comparison is rendered irrelevant, the new marriage has to stand on its own merits.

Here’s solid advice on increasing your odds…

Disagreements and conflicts are natural in any relationship, but when your husband consistently instigates arguments and then shifts blame, it can create a toxic dynamic that erodes trust and intimacy.

Let’s explore the underlying reasons for this behavior and offer a few strategies to address and resolve these conflicts constructively…

Men facing breakup, separation, or prolonged solitude are not just dealing with emotional turmoil—they're also at risk for serious physical health issues.

A recent Danish study tracking nearly 5,000 middle-aged folks over two decades revealed that men who live alone for extended periods exhibit higher levels of inflammatory markers in their blood, indicators linked to deteriorating physical health… but why?

When infidelity strikes a marriage, the aftermath can be devastating.

For the partner who cheated, it's crucial to understand the profound impact of your actions on your spouse.

Issues of trust, vulnerability, and deep hurt come to the forefront, requiring a thoughtful and empathetic approach…

When anger and resentment dominate your relationship, it can feel like there's no way out.

The constant fighting leaves you drained and hopeless, with divorce seeming like the only solution.

However, even in the midst of hostility, there is hope. Healing resentment is possible, and it can save your marriage…

When making decisions, more information does not always lead to better outcomes.

In fact, research suggests that excessive information can hinder our ability to make rational choices.

A recent large-scale study has shed light on the critical role of flavanols in combating age-related memory decline, revealing that folks with low flavanol intake are more susceptible to memory loss as they age…

However, the study found that taking a daily flavanol supplement over 3 years effectively reversed these cognitive declines.

In a groundbreaking study spanning over four decades, researchers discovered specific childhood behaviors that can predict the development of anxiety disorders later in life.

These findings shed light on the importance of early intervention and support for children displaying certain behaviors.

We all know that anger and irritability disrupt the positive flow and cause discord between partners.

When a wife tells me, “My husband is always angry,” I’m first thinking about unmet needs…

Young children possess a cognitive talent that often eludes most adults: the ability to pay attention to everything around them.

While adults learn to focus their attention and block out distractions, there is value in occasionally embracing distractions to notice and learn more…

Once an affair is out in the open, each partner has their own tasks in coping with infidelity.

However, couples typically display one of three distinct strategies for coping with infidelity.

One of the reasons affair recovery is such a widespread problem in couples therapy is that 2 of these 3 strategies are naturally occurring and don’t work very well for couples in the long run…

The last thing you want to do is behave in such a way that drives your husband closer to his affair partner.

This is a time for differentiation and strategic moves. If you want to restore your marriage to health, you need a carefully thought-out stance.

Play a thoughtfully considered “long game.” I can help with that…