In our fast paced lives, do we really have time for marriage, for keeping alive the spark of romance in the longer term? Is it worth it?

One of the most asked questions I receive at seminars is, "What do couples need to make their relationship work well?" My answer is always the same: in order for a relationship to work well, it must first be healthy.

Vows can be seen as the bridge between romantic love and the love that lasts a lifetime. For better or worse, such commitment can lead to understanding, compassion and appreciation of your loved one.

I saw Rev. Michael Beckwith perform a re-commitment ceremony for a married couple a few years back and it blew me away.

Cultural overlays about gender and hetero and homo couplings do some funky stuff to people and block their ability to have perfectly healthy, joyful and whole partnerships.