The Truth About Expectations in Relationships
Dr. John Gottman explains why high but realistic standards lead to better relationships, and what a good-enough marriage looks like.
from The Gottman Institute2 min read
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Marriage Advice
Marriage Education Is a Must for Single and Engaged Muslims
Why single and engaged Muslims should seek marriage education before the wedding, and which areas of knowledge and skill matter most.
from Sound Vision2 min read
Premarital Couples: Invest in Your Marriage as you do on Your Wedding Day
A couples therapist encourages engaged couples to put as much care into preparing for marriage as they do into planning the wedding.
from Love and Life Toolbox2 min read
Muslim Couple Goals for a Loving Marriage
Five aspirations for Muslim couples drawn from the Prophet's ﷺ married life: support, affection, help at home, restraint in anger and worship…
from NikahHalal2 min read
Halal Courtship: The 3 Essential Steps to Safely Prepare You for Your Marriage
A relationship coach's three-stage approach to a halal, marriage-focused search: know yourself, set clear boundaries, then choose consciously.
from The Muslim Vibe2 min read
The Importance of Mutual Respect in Marriage: An Islamic Perspective
An Islamic case for mutual respect between spouses, drawing on the Prophet's ﷺ treatment of his wives and challenging attitudes that sideline…
from The Muslim Vibe2 min read
Invest in Yourself for Relationship Growth
Why taking time to care for your own wellbeing can ease tension and help your relationship grow stronger.
from The Gottman Institute2 min read
5 Ways to Manage Conflicts Effectively in Marriage
An Islamic look at why marital conflicts happen, how to tell healthy disagreements from harmful ones, and five ways to handle them…
from The Muslim Vibe2 min read
4 Tips to Build Everyday Trust in Relationships
Four simple habits that build trust in a relationship from the very beginning: keeping your word, stating intentions, owning mistakes and honesty.
from The Gottman Institute2 min read
8 Honest Present-Day Reasons Why The Younger Muslim Generation Are Still Single
You’re obsessive. You’re too much and you love (get emotionally attached) too fast. You’re in love with the idea of being in…
Mar 27, 20222 min read
The Keys to a Successful Marriage
A short guide from a medical center's health library on everyday habits that keep marriages healthy, from honest communication to forgiveness.
from University of Rochester Medical Center2 min read
Do Not Complicate The Marriage Process
Marriage is a relationship and an act of worship, it is not an auction to the highest bidder or the one who…
Feb 27, 20228 min read