December Issues

There is a short list of December issues that typically surface in marriage. Regardless of the initial, presenting issue, they show up in the counseling office, and they might show up at your kitchen table. They are as follows: budget, extended family, and expectations.

Budget. In Great Marriage, there are multiple ways to have a not-so-great Christmas, one of those is to dismiss or blow up your shared budget. Temporary fun and festivity are not only temporary, but also lead to regret, stress, and relational strife. Sadly, it can also lead to blaming behavior, feelings of guilt, and/or a downcast heart. In Great Marriage, it’s important to