Happy Fourth of July!! Folks in the US celebrate Independence Day today. This has me thinking about the phrase “significant other.” Give me a moment to make the connection. Independence is a big deal here, and we’re well into yet another upswing in its importance. Americans do not like to be told what to do. In World War II, most folks gave up a whole bunch of personal...
I have done a lot of work with positive psychologists, devising ways to use the internet to collect their data or teach what they’ve discovered. One of the most fascinating aspects of this work for me has been the study of character strengths. I see them at work in my marriage and in other folks’ relationships all the time. An example of a character strength is a sense of humor and...
Want to be the best sort of dad? Show your children how to feel and express their gratitude on this special day. Gratitude is the one proven way to exceed their happiness set-point. And pointing out their mother’s best points is a sure way to increase their security in this world and their ability to find love as adults. Be an enthusiastic supporter of your wife or ex-wife today and every...
I use Twitter a lot. Because I use it to reach out to strangers looking to enjoy being married, I track the numbers on any tweet with a link in it. I use bitly.com to let me know every time anyone clicks on a link in my tweets. These show up in a list of tweets, clicks, and clicks on other folks’ links to the same blog post or useful resource. Over time, I have learned to speak the language...
Dating after you’re married is healthy and fun, as long as you’re dating the person you married! If you know your mate’s love language, you can make sure your date nights increase the love he or she feels from you. Words of Affirmation – Start with a compliment on his or her appearance as you head out for your date. Write about your love on the paper tablecloth over dinner...
