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Marriage is Supposed to be a Struggle?!

Despite all the romantic hopes everyone harbors about finding a soul mate or perfect match, the reality of human nature is that we are all imperfect and therefore imperfectly compatible. But while every marriage is a marriage headed toward conflicts, perseverance in marriage serves both oneself and one’s spouse precisely because, like physical exercise, it strengthens us by working on our weak spots. In short, perseverance will make both you and your spouse better people . . . at least if you have enough humility to be willing to change and improve.

A Bitter and Conflicted Wife

My wife is conflicted. On one hand, we have two unplanned children whom she dearly loves. On the other hand, we have two unplanned children who have “derailed” her career plans because she doesn’t want to put the youngest in daycare.  She already put off her career for the five oldest, but that was according […]

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