Having established that displaying gratitude is critically important in a marriage (and, for that matter, in life and in our relationship with HaShem) the question arises: How can you best…
Time and time again, we see one spouse or both, exhausted from the pain, ready to give up on a marriage that once was such a source of joy (or…
One year, I met a sofer (scribe for holy Jewish books) right before Succos. He asked me where I was going for Simchas Torah. I told him I hadn’t decided. Maybe Lakewood, maybe…
We often hear from people in troubled marriages that they need to put themselves first. Actually, we agree. All spouses, particularly those in troubled marriages, need to put themselves first. That’s right. You…
We read a column by Rabbi Moshe Don Kestenbaum in the Yated and were blown away by it. He was kind enough to give us permission to reprint parts of…
As Jews, our spiritual genes are replete with kindness. After all, our progenitor Abraham is known for his hospitality to guests (see, e.g., Bereshis 18:1-8) and his attempt to defend…
In our last column we showed that praying for your spouse was a Jewish necessity. As usual, Judaism has a fundamental understanding of human beings that is confirmed by research.…
Ask anyone who is lucky enough to be a parent-“who do you pray for?” The answer comes quickly: “my kids.” Press for more -“who else do you pray for?” “Well,…
People joke that men are not difficult to make or keep happy. But the skills needed are not just those you can learn in a manual. Sure, men have physical…
Husband, your wife will test you.[1] She may try anything and everything to see if, no matter what, you will be there for her. All of sudden, for reasons that you…