Let’s Talk… Fun
We think Fun is a Love Language and it’s definitely one of ours. We LOVE to have fun and as we get older, we find ourselves pursuing it more. Fun is a way in which we re-energise and re-create our marriages together. It reminds us of that heady sense of first falling in love with […]
Let’s talk… Friendship
A quarter of students who have attended an Explore session in their school, tell us that they believe friendship is important in a lasting relationship. But why is it important? Many romantic relationships start from a place of physical attraction but it is the friendship built within a relationship that is most likely to create […]
Let’s talk … Conflict
Conflict and resolution sound pretty tricky – like trying to bring together warring nations. These problems at international level can seem insoluble and complex, with little prospect for lasting peace. In our own relationships it sometimes seems so difficult to get out of a storm into calmer waters, but there are ways through. Do any […]
Let’s talk… Finances
Here’s a question: would you rather talk about death, religion, politics or your finances? According to research by Relate over a quarter of UK adults (26%) report that money worries are the biggest external strain on relationships. So no wonder many of us avoid talking about the subject altogether. Whether you’re struggling or doing well […]
Let’s Talk… Communication
You’ve probably heard it said that good communication is the key to a happy relationship. And yes, that is true to some extent. It is good to listen without interrupting and also to express yourself well if you’re trying to help your partner understand what you’re feeling or thinking. And it helps to regularly make […]
Let’s talk… family
Traditions are powerful. Talk to an adult about some happy memories they have of their childhood and teenage years and ask them what made them special. I’m sure that before long they’ll smile and say, “We always…” Usually these memories are not filled with what was bought or how much money was spent but activities […]
Let’s Talk… engaged
If you’re an engaged couple, what sort of things could you be doing to get ready for marriage? “Engaged” – it’s a strange word in some ways. For many people they have seen the word most often used with regard to public toilets. Many hours of our lives have been spent waiting for the “vacant” […]
MPs debate marriage week in parliament
Yesterday MPs debated national marriage week, exploring the link between marriage and mental health. The debate covered a number of issues including the importance of marriage for the wellbeing of couples and children, what support should be available for those whose relationships have ended and may be facing mental health issues as a result, and […]
Marriage Week UK Launch Event at the House of Lords
To celebrate the arrival of UK National Marriage Week, we held a special event at the House of Lords today. The beautiful room gave a great sense of occasion as we reflected on the theme for this year, ‘Recipe for a Healthy Marriage’. We were thrilled that so many of our partners, journalists and supporters were able […]
Marriage Week on Premier Radio FAQ sessions
Michaela Hyde is taking part in the FAQ sessions around Marriage Week.
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