Marriage Changes

One minute Elizabeth Crane and her husband of fifteen years are fixing up their old house in Upstate New York, finally setting down roots after stints in Chicago, Texas, and Brooklyn, when his unexpected admission—I'm not happy—changes everything. Suddenly she finds herself separated and in couples therapy, living in an apartment in the city with an old friend and his kid. It's understood that the apartment and bonus family are temporary, but the situation brings unexpected comfort and much-needed healing for wounds even older than her marriage.

Author Marcia Morgan walks you through the six most common married name options to reveal the pros and cons of each. You can even take a quiz to find out which choice is the best fit for you. Morgan weaves in personal stories and tips from men and women who embraced their married name choices and from those who had regrets. She describes the little-known history of why married women once had to change their names and looks at naming practices in other countries and cultures. The book simplifies an otherwise overwhelming decision process.

Margaret and Patrick have been married just a few months when they set off on what they hope will be a great adventure-a year living in Kenya. Margaret quickly realizes there is a great deal she doesn't know about the complex mores of her new home, and about her own husband. A British couple...

Everything Changes assuages fears and uncertainty by teaching loved ones of newly recovering addicts how to navigate the often-tumultuous early months of recovery. Beverly Conyers, author of the acclaimed Addict in the Family, again shares the hope and knowledge that she gained as a parent of a recovering addict by focusing on the aftermath of addiction. She outlines the physical and psychological changes that recovering addicts go through and offers practical tools to help family members and friends.

'Incisive, blistering and tender. Sally is one of our most valiant warriors.' - Clementine Ford, author of FIGHT LIKE A GIRL and BOYS WILL BE BOYS 'Proof that the personal is always political - and love really can save the world.' - Jamila Rizvi, author of NOT JUST LUCKY 'Rugg's passion and...

Does the thought of joining a dating site invoke feelings of fear and anxiety—or, worse, insecurity or unworthiness? If so, then The Grown Woman’s Guide to Online Dating is the audiobook for you. With practical advice about how these sites work, what to expect, and when to join and quit...

Andrea McLean, No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author and award-winning TV broadcaster, opens up about her journey from trauma, toxic relationships and divorce towards empowerment, happiness and healing.Do you ever feel like you're just existing, not truly living? Do you often dwell on how unfair...

Here, from Bill Clinton, is a call to action. Giving is an inspiring look at how each of us can change the world. First, it reveals the extraordinary and innovative efforts now being made by companies and organizations—and by individuals—to solve problems and save lives both “down the...

God’s vision for your marriage is far more than mediocre, and money and sex are two of the most common tension points. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In Your Money, Your Marriage, Brian and Cherie Lowe offer straight talk and power principles for getting your finances back on track so...

The New York Times bestselling novel from the author of the Reverend Curtis Black series... ADDICTION. DECEPTION. PRETTY PICTURES HIDE UGLY SECRETS. Denise and Derrek Shaw are the perfect American couple. Happily married for fifteen years, they have a wonderful daughter, Mackenzie, successful...

Throughout his career as a marriage counselor, Dr. Steven Craig has heard accusations repeated by couples time and time again, reflecting a dangerous belief common to many strained relationships: the idea that change should be avoided at all costs. And yet the truth is as striking as it is straightforward: Marriages don't fail when people change; they fail when people don't change. In The Six Husbands Every Wife Should Have, Dr. Craig divides the typical marriage into six stages, outlining the common misconceptions and opportunities for growth at each stage.

Indestructible tells the shocking story of a marriage that didn't go as planned, the truth that shattered everything, and the beautiful unfolding of a woman who decided that saving her marriage wasn't worth losing herself. Like most people, Allison Fallon didn't get married thinking she would get divorced. In fact, marrying a pastor felt like the surest way to guarantee a safe and happy marriage. So when she found out the man she married was not the man she thought he was, she had some choices to make.

Millions of married couples have pledged to "love and to cherish, until death do us part." Most of us understand and get the love part... but what does it mean to cherish your spouse? Why do we say it once at the wedding and then rarely ever mention it again? In this six-session audio Bible...

"Don’t change the people you love" may be the single worst piece of relationship advice ever given. The stark reality is that if you don’t find a way to change those you love, there’s a high chance they’ll annoy the shit out of you, and you’ll be left feeling resentful, frustrated, or even hateful. Leading life coach Jaemin Frazer argues that to prevent our relationships descending into maximum-level annoyance, not only is adjusting and improving the behavior of those you love appropriate, it is essential. To do so, you will need leverage.

Read by the author. In Jefferson Bethke's newly revised edition of 31 Ways to Show Her What Love Is, you will discover practical and inspiring tips for bringing more romance, joy, and vibrancy to your marriage. In 31 Ways to Show Her What Love Is, Jefferson Bethke gives husbands thirty-one...

Read by the author. In Alyssa Bethke's newly revised edition of 31 Ways to Show Him What Love Is, you will discover practical and inspiring tips for bringing more romance, joy, and vibrancy to your marriage. In 31 Ways to Show Him What Love Is, Alyssa Bethke gives wives thirty-one specific tips...

Do you find yourself struggling to connect with the people you care about? Does it seem like your thoughts are working against you? You aren't alone. The majority of our beliefs about the world are instilled in us before we reach the age of seven. The subconscious mind is constantly taking in experiences during those formative years, and those experiences determine how you approach your life.

Remember when you were first married? Your spouse did or said something constantly that you thought was endearing. Now, that same habit has turned into a major irritation, and a barrier to your relationship. The Chapman Guide to Negotiating Change with Your Spouse provides a simple three-step process for negotiating change without resorting to manipulation or arguing.

With this kind of situation happening each day, can you still call yourself a couple? Or are you simply two people living under the same roof and sleeping in the same bed, but living separate lives? Whether you can relate to this situation or you feel like you are the one left on the bed feeling ignored or forgotten, it's time to make a change. It's time for you to make a conscious effort to bring back the fire in your relationship and awaken the desire that brought you together in the first place - and this book can help you out with that.

In The Art of Parenting Together: How to Be Good Parents Together by Using Dynamic Parenting to Improve Your Kid’s Childhood, parenting author Frank Dixon shares practical strategies to help parents get on the same page—with calmer communication, consistent boundaries, and a united approach that supports your child’s emotional security.