Marriage Tips

Why You're STILL Not Married

Tracy McMillan | Posted 05.28.2012

Tracy McMillan

I am here with four ALL NEW REASONS why you're still not married.

The Weirdest Conversation I Ever Had With Another Couple

Ann Bauer | Posted 05.23.2012

Ann Bauer

She reveals monogamous marriage to be nothing more than an artificial construct, he went on, devised by society to keep people docile and in their place.

How My Daughter Taught Me The Secret Of Marriage

David Lamb | Posted 05.22.2012

David Lamb

Ladies, what is the scariest admission (for men) in the English language? Answer, "my best friend wears a dress."

7 Ways To Avoid The #1 Reason For Divorce

Posted 05.17.2012

By Alex Veiga, Associated Press LOS ANGELES -- Newlyweds and couples moving toward marriage, take note. Love, as it turns out, is not all you need...

The Non-Engagement Chicken

Natasha Burton | Posted 05.18.2012

Natasha Burton

The recipe -- and the myth surrounding it -- conjures images of a culinarily satisfied man licking his fingers with a mixture of glee and awe while silently promising himself that he will never let you, maker of awesome chicken, get away by bestowing a ring soon after.

4 Things I Learned About Marriage From My 2 Divorces

Stacey Nelkin | Posted 05.15.2012

Stacey Nelkin

Between me, my mother and my father, we have racked up a whopping seven divorces -- all of them before anyone turned 40 years old. Two of them are mine.

Needed: An Effective Defense of Marriage Act

Steven Clifford | Posted 05.14.2012

Steven Clifford

A wife may not request that her husband ask for directions. However, she may ask for directions herself provided the husband is at least 50 feet away and not looking in her direction.

An Open Letter To My Future Daughter About Love And Marriage

Charli Penn | Posted 05.12.2012

Charli Penn

You're going to hear a lot of things about love and marriage before you're ready to understand them. That's okay. That's what you have me for, kid. There's more to tell and teach you than one letter could ever hold, but to kick off your lessons in Boys 101, here are a few things I need you to remember most and understand early.

7 Things You Need To Know Before You Get Married

Justin Halpern | Posted 05.10.2012

Justin Halpern

There is no definitive guidebook on how to pick the right partner, and even if there were, I'm way too dumb to write it.

15 Things I've Learned From 15 Years Of Marriage

Lydia Netzer | Posted 05.03.2012

Lydia Netzer

Our list does not resemble the ones you'll find in Cosmo. We have never had a regular date night, nor do we prioritize "communication" or play sex games or see a therapist.

10 Tips for Great Sex After Kids

Samantha Parent Walravens | Posted 04.27.2012

Samantha Parent Walravens

How, you ask, do you keep your sex life fresh and exciting after many years of marriage, not to mention the stress of parenthood and work? Here are 10 tips to get you started.

WATCH: How Do You Keep The Spark Alive In Marriage?

Posted 04.26.2012

Between work, finances and children, it's easy to see how couples often neglect to keep romance alive in their marriages. Psychologists Jeff Garde...

Who Is Your Relationship Role Model?

Sophie Keller | Posted 04.19.2012

Sophie Keller

Ask anyone you know who is in a great relationship and they will tell you that they have at least one role model relationship that they can emulate.

Everyday Love: 6 Habits For Creating Connection In Your Relationship

Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW | Posted 04.10.2012

Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW

A relationship is like a plant: It needs regular attention to stay healthy. Does your plant have enough sunlight? Is the soil a bit dry? Are the flowers drooping?

10 Tips For Creating Your Ideal Marriage

Alvin Lopez-Woods | Posted 04.09.2012

Alvin Lopez-Woods

People fail to realize that marriage is hard work and ultimately don't know how to stay connected to their significant other. Now that same-sex couples across the nation see legal marriage as an attainable goal, it is time for us to demonstrate ways to create ideal marriages or relationships.

7 (Totally Personal, Possibly Naive) Reasons Marriage Rocks

Charli Penn | Posted 04.07.2012

Charli Penn

Dear naysayers: I don't agree. Marriage can be wonderful, if you marry the right person at the right time. I can't tell you who or when to marry, but I can give you seven damn good reasons why you should, at least, believe in the power of the institution.

Are Finances Taxing Your Relationship?

Pamela Yellen | Posted 04.04.2012

Pamela Yellen

Regardless of who brings home the bacon, having "the talk" on a regular basis is critical -- especially when it comes to planning major purchases and saving for retirement.

Just How Healthy Is Your Marriage? (QUIZ)

Sophie Keller | Posted 05.19.2012

Sophie Keller

However good your marriage is there is always room to make it great. Here is a short quiz to see how well you get on day-to-day.

5 Tips to Keep Your Valentine Happy 365 Days a Year

Damien Woody | Posted 04.16.2012

Damien Woody

Over the years, I've learned what works in my marriage -- and I hope my tips can help some of you guys out there who are trying to make that special lady feel like a queen today and every day.

Our Favorite Couples (And You) Share Tips on Lasting Love

Posted 02.14.2012

In honor of Valentine's Day, we've rounded up some of the best love advice and insights, from long lasting couples both in and out of the spotlight. ...

How To Fend Off A Fight With Your Spouse In 2 Steps

Amy Leigh Mercree | Posted 02.20.2012

Amy Leigh Mercree

There are a ton of reasons why couples fight, but there are even more reasons for people who love each other to defuse some of these disagreements.

'Basketball Wife' Jackie Christie: 10 Things You Don't Know About My Marriage

THE HUFFINGTON POST | Jennifer Lai | Posted 12.07.2011

Scandal and infidelity may be commonplace in the pro-basketball world, but Jackie Christie and her husband, retired L.A. Laker Doug Christie, are defi...

WATCH: Katherine Heigl Credits Time Apart From Husband For Happy Marriage

Posted 11.22.2011

When it comes to the Hollywood spotlight, some celebrity couples crack under the pressure. But for actress Katherine Heigl and musician Josh Kelley...

The One Word That Could Save Your Marriage

Dr. Terri Orbuch | Posted 01.22.2012

Dr. Terri Orbuch

If thanking your spouse is something you only do once a year over a plate of turkey and stuffing, you would do well to change your ways. Why? Because saying and showing gratitude will improve your relationship.

Face It: Monikerless Murmurs

Michele Willens | Posted 12.12.2011

Michele Willens

Are you too hearing more and more women saying either: they need time and space to themselves; they are happy when their spouses are traveling; they are taking trips with other women or alone?