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hitched Dr. Scott Haltzman's Appearance on Rachael Ray

In case you missed it, Dr. Scott Haltzman appeared on the Rachael Ray show to discuss "Mad Men" marriages, which was defined as marriages where women take a homemaker roll while the husband goes off to work. The show included two couples who discussed how this type of arrangement worked for them. Dr.… Continue

Added by hitched on November 6, 2009 at 3:35pm — No Comments

hitched Would You Change Your Name After Marriage?

An article from Oprah.com (posted on CNN) asks the question of why women still change their name. It argues that it's a change of identity. Furthermore, it contends that name changes do… Continue

Added by hitched on November 5, 2009 at 4:43pm — No Comments

Noelle Nelson How to Fight With Your Spouse Like Friends, Not Lose Like Enemies

You: “We can’t move! I just got a promotion and a raise!” Him: “If we don’t move, I won’t have a job at all!” Stalemate. Nasty. Feels like a serious lose-lose. And right now, neither of you are budging. Both of you feel righteous: “Why should I be the one to give in here?” But a house divided against itself cannot stand. This marriage hasn’t a chance unless and until you are willing to sit down and focus on a solution, instead of focusing on who’s gonna win. There is always a solution… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on November 4, 2009 at 9:39pm — No Comments

hitched Pentagon Says U.S. Youth Unfit to Serve

We've read the reports about the obesity problems in the youths of America, but is it now a national security issue? The Pentagon just released a report saying 35% of the 31 million Americans aged 17 to 24 are unqualified because of physical and medical issues. The majority don't qualify because they are too fat or sick… Continue

Added by hitched on November 4, 2009 at 3:27pm — No Comments

hitched The Marriage Ref is Tom Papa

A few weeks ago, we ran an interview with Ellen Rakieten (click here) to discuss the new Jerry Seinfeld show called, "The Marriage Ref." At the time she couldn't disclose who would actually be the marriage ref, only to say that it's someone that Sei… Continue

Added by hitched on November 3, 2009 at 3:06pm — No Comments

hitched Daily Grind Good for Marriages

I know we've posted about the health benefits of coffee before, but we're not talking about that kind of grind. We're talking about doing chores, going to work, and so on. According to a new study out of Montclair State University, the more housework you do, the more often you're likely to have s… Continue

Added by hitched on November 2, 2009 at 9:47pm — No Comments

Noelle Nelson How to Get More of What You Want From Your Honey

You: “We’re always behind because you don’t make enough money!” Him: “I’m doing the best I can, whaddya want from me, blood?” If it meant more money, you might just say “yes.” Unfortunately, all you’d really get is more of what you’re getting right now – nothing. Good managers in the workplace know that you don’t get people to perform better and produce more, by yelling at them and browbeating them. You get more from people by encouraging what they’re already doing right and supportin… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on October 30, 2009 at 6:43pm — No Comments

hitched Men Married to Smart Women Live Longer

We've all heard that on average men die younger than women. If you're a guy and that scares you, the education level of your wife may give your life expectancy a boost. A study on 1.5 million people from experts at Stockholm University… Continue

Added by hitched on October 29, 2009 at 10:10am — No Comments

Noelle Nelson What Money Can’t Buy In a Marriage, Laughter Can

Finances are tight, you hardly go out anymore, so dinner at a restaurant with white tablecloths and candlelight is a BIG deal. You get this great coupon, finagle reservations, get yourself all dressed up (OK, so it’s last year’s fashion, or the year before, who cares), ready for a super night with your Honey. Only when you get to “El Swanky Restaurant” the hostess informs you in a frosty tone that your coupon expired – yesterday, and no, she won’t make an exception. “Next!” You’re mad! You ran… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on October 28, 2009 at 2:53pm — No Comments

Noelle Nelson How to Get Him to Tell You He Loves You

You: “But do you love me? You never say you love me anymore.” Him: “I’m here, aren’t I? Of course I love you. There, you satisfied now?” No. You’re not. Duh. You don’t want to hear “I love you” under duress. You want to hear it soulfully, longingly, preferably continuously. Good luck. Unless your guy happens to be extremely right-brained (like women are), or a died-in-the-wool womanizer (not a good choice), he’s unlikely to verbalize his feelings much after that glorious courtship&am… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on October 23, 2009 at 12:55pm — No Comments

hitched Only 4% of Marrieds Without Pension Have Enough for Retirement

A new report by Ernst & Young says that only 4% of middle-income married couples who don't have a pension and are nearing retirement are likely to have enough money to last their lifetime. Overall, nearly one-third of American households don't have any retirement savings, according to a McKi… Continue

Added by hitched on October 20, 2009 at 8:35pm — No Comments

hitched Interracial Couple Denied Marriage License

What year is this? Louisiana judge, Keith Bardwell, refused to issue a marriage license to Beth Humphrey (white), 30, and Terence McKay (black), 32, out of concern for any children the couple might have. "I'm not a racist. I just don't believe in mixing the races that way," s… Continue

Added by hitched on October 19, 2009 at 3:02pm — No Comments

Noelle Nelson How to Stop the Yelling

You: Crying. “I hate you! You’re so mean to me!” Him: Yelling. “You’re nothing but a nag! All you ever do is bitch!” Oh dear. Not good. Fighting below the belt – name calling and vicious accusations. Gonna get ugly if you keep this up. Back to the drawing board you go . . . learning to talk about what’s bothering you before it gets so heated you can’t think straight, taking a couples class on conflict-management together, agreeing on time-outs, etc. No more yelling, no more hurtful “… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on October 14, 2009 at 6:53pm — No Comments

hitched ATM for Recycling Consumer Electronics

Look around, I'm sure there are some tech gadget collecting dust on a shelf near you. Perhaps an old cell phone or iPod? According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, there were over 140 million cell phones sold in the U.S. in 2007, while only 10 percent of cell phones got recycled. Well… Continue

Added by hitched on October 14, 2009 at 5:26pm — No Comments

hitched Husband and Wife Battle Breast Cancer

Literally. Husband and wife, Mike (62) and Barbara Welsh (63) of Monroe, Ohio, each had surgery this year after separate discoveries that they had breast cancer. You may be thinking, that's got to be rare? It is, with roughly 1,900 cases expected to be diagnosed this year, with about 440 men… Continue

Added by hitched on October 13, 2009 at 11:58am — No Comments

Karen Sinclair The best toy for couples?

Was wondering what the best sex toy is for couples looking to spice up there romantic nights? I am looking for something we can both use and will last for awhile any ideas or thoughts hit me up, thanks. Continue

Added by Karen Sinclair on October 11, 2009 at 9:53am — 1 Comment

Noelle Nelson How to Get In The Mood When You’re Not!

You: “I’m not in the mood. Just go to sleep. I’ve got a headache.” Him: “You’re never in the mood.” Rolls over. “Jeez, you’re giving me a headache.” Remember the classic scene in “Annie Hall”? Where the gal tells her therapist “We have sex all the time – twice a week!” and the guy tells his therapist “We never have sex – only twice a week!” Getting on the same “in the mood” wavelength isn’t always easy. But if you’re gonna keep your marital body and soul together, it helps to give “the… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on October 7, 2009 at 12:37pm — No Comments

hitched Halloween Season Looks Spooky

According to a National Retail Federation survey, consumers plan to spend an average of $56.31 on Halloween this year, down from $66.54 in 2008. Furthermore, only 62% say they plan on celebrating the holiday compared to 64.5% last year. This doesn't bode well for the rest of the holiday season, which had its worst sales… Continue

Added by hitched on October 6, 2009 at 5:04pm — No Comments

Kris Girrell Married Man's Survival Guide

Hi All - I would like to invite you to view the blog called Married Man's Survival at http://marriedmanssurvival.blogspot.com/ This is a blog of tips and ideas some of which are included in our forthcoming book by the same name. We wilcome comments - especially from men who have been successfully married for 25 or more years. And by the way - if you have been, we would love to interview you to continue collecting success stories from men, for men on what works for us as men in a committed realti… Continue

Added by Kris Girrell on October 3, 2009 at 12:25pm — No Comments

Noelle Nelson How to Be OK Doing Stuff You Don’t Like That Your Guy Does

Him: “Hockey game’s on Saturday. Wanna grab a bite before?” You: “Sorry, Hon – I already planned something with my sister.” Mental note to self: make immediate Saturday plans with sister. Ok, so you’re off the hook for this one, but if you don’t watch it, you may be off the hook for your marriage. Say what? Yes! Marriage is about engaging in each other’s lives, not living separate lives under one roof. You don’t like hockey “push, shove, blood, guts” – I get it. So don’t focus on the game!… Continue

Added by Noelle Nelson on September 30, 2009 at 9:28pm — No Comments

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Episode 96: Break the Vicious Cycle of Control in Marriage

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