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Topics: Select a topic... All Emotional Intelligence & Fitness Leadership and Business Love, Marriage, and Relationships Parents: Permission to Be Imperfect Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective Communication & Interpersonal Skills Habits for Health Heartmanity Webinars, Classes, and Events Filters ## [*Eloping: Not the Escape Weddings of the Past*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/eloping-not-the-escape-weddings-of-the-past) December 03, 2020 [![Eloping: Not the Escape Weddings of the Past](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Elope1.jpg?width=600&name=Elope1.jpg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/eloping-not-the-escape-weddings-of-the-past) Imagine a crisp morning, just you and the person you love most, standing on a quiet cliffside or under the shade of a towering oak. There’s no seating chart, no expensive venue, no thousand-dollar floral arrangements, no frantic event timeline. Just the two of you—and the thrill of saying “I do” on your own terms. If the thought makes your heart race with excitement—or relief—you might be ready to consider elopement. Far from being a last-minute compromise, eloping has become a bold and beautiful way for couples to focus on what truly matters: *their love.* *Estimated reading time: 5 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/eloping-not-the-escape-weddings-of-the-past) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships), [Intentional Weddings & Wedding Planning](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/intentional-weddings-wedding-planning) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*How to Achieve More Intimacy in Marriage*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-to-achieve-more-intimacy-in-marriage) November 09, 2020 [![How to Achieve More Intimacy in Marriage](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/davids-kokainis-2R6heLCLb34-unsplash-Compressed.jpg?width=600&name=davids-kokainis-2R6heLCLb34-unsplash-Compressed.jpg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-to-achieve-more-intimacy-in-marriage) No intimacy in a marriage has many consequences. One of the biggest complaints I hear from couples is that they feel more like roomies than lovers—not what they signed on for. However, there are many varying forms and levels of intimacy; each couple is unique. Every person has a different drive and desire level. So, there are no magic solutions for lack of intimacy, although many behaviors steal the connection from a marriage. Eliminate those, and you'll be on your way to a healthier and happier relationship. *Estimated reading time: 3 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-to-achieve-more-intimacy-in-marriage) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Healthy Couples—How to Keep Your Relationship Healthy*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/healthy-couples-how-to-keep-your-relationship-healthy) August 06, 2020 [![Healthy Couples—How to Keep Your Relationship Healthy](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rock-Paper-Scissors_AdobeStock_217869204-1.jpeg?width=600&name=Rock-Paper-Scissors_AdobeStock_217869204-1.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/healthy-couples-how-to-keep-your-relationship-healthy) If you asked a hundred persons about their goals in life, at least half of them would mention their desire to be in a healthy relationship. And right at the front of this relationship train exists a loving, trustworthy spouse. So, how do you create a healthy relationship? Read on to find out. *Estimated reading time: 3 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/healthy-couples-how-to-keep-your-relationship-healthy) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*How Wedding Anniversary Symbols Support and Strengthen a Marriage*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-wedding-anniversary-symbols-support-and-strengthen-a-marriage) July 21, 2020 [![How Wedding Anniversary Symbols Support and Strengthen a Marriage](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Couple%20wrapped%20in%20blanket_AdobeStock_306637904_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Couple%20wrapped%20in%20blanket_AdobeStock_306637904_SM_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-wedding-anniversary-symbols-support-and-strengthen-a-marriage) Anniversaries are opportunities to reflect on where you have come from, understand where you are, and get clear on where you are going as a couple. And love and marriage deserve a special celebration! While wedding anniversaries are certainly noteworthy for celebrating, they are also a wonderful time to adjust the compass and chart a new course together or just revel in your journey so far. *Estimated reading time: 4.5 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-wedding-anniversary-symbols-support-and-strengthen-a-marriage) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*If You Want a Successful Marriage, Increase Self-Mastery*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/if-you-want-a-successful-marriage-increase-self-mastery) July 03, 2020 [![If You Want a Successful Marriage, Increase Self-Mastery](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sad-couple-sitting-on-bed-after-having-a-quarrel-1206830559_1258x838-compressor-1.jpeg?width=600&name=Sad-couple-sitting-on-bed-after-having-a-quarrel-1206830559_1258x838-compressor-1.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/if-you-want-a-successful-marriage-increase-self-mastery) What determines a successful marriage? Do you know? Many couples want to have a healthy relationship yet struggle to know how. Why can most couples instantly tell when their partner is upset with them, but not know how to create the understanding and honesty necessary to resolve conflict? This ability is a crucial factor that builds successful and long-term marriages, so how is it that it's commonly lacking? [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/if-you-want-a-successful-marriage-increase-self-mastery) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Why Knowing Your Partner's Love Language Can Strengthen Your Bond*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/why-knowing-your-partners-love-language-can-strengthen-your-bond) May 29, 2020 [![Why Knowing Your Partner's Love Language Can Strengthen Your Bond](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Couple-at-the-picnic-in-the-nature-1155446398_1258x838-compressor.jpeg?width=600&name=Couple-at-the-picnic-in-the-nature-1155446398_1258x838-compressor.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/why-knowing-your-partners-love-language-can-strengthen-your-bond) A key to healthy relationships is understanding how best to express your love to your partner—loving in a way that resonates with them and fulfills their needs. Dr. Gary Chapman devised a meaningful method to communicate with your partner and show your affection based on their innate preferences. Dubbed the [Love Languages](https://www.5lovelanguages.com/faqs/love-languages/), this approach relies on the theory that every individual has a predisposition to and identifies more heavily with one of five ways to spread and receive love. [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/why-knowing-your-partners-love-language-can-strengthen-your-bond) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Three Major Roadblocks in Relationships*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/three-major-roadblocks-in-relationships) May 12, 2020 [![Three Major Roadblocks in Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Roadblock_with_light.jpg?width=600&name=Roadblock_with_light.jpg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/three-major-roadblocks-in-relationships) There are little speed bumps in relationships, and there are major roadblocks. Most relationships survive speed bumps, but when couples make major missteps regularly, continue to hurt one another, or create roadblocks to love and loving, things start going downhill—sometimes gradually, and sometimes unexpectedly with an affair. Wouldn't you like to replace these unloving behaviors and roadblocks with loving habits to build a healthy relationship instead? Looking for advice about love? [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/three-major-roadblocks-in-relationships) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*How to Unravel Knots & Tangles in a Relationship*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-to-unravel-knots-tangles-in-a-relationship) February 18, 2020 [![How to Unravel Knots & Tangles in a Relationship](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_53035465-compressor.jpeg?width=600&name=AdobeStock_53035465-compressor.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-to-unravel-knots-tangles-in-a-relationship) A relationship is sometimes like a tangled necklace; we have difficulty understanding our partner or their perspective. Although in marriage, we commit to one another for better or for worse, we don't always know how to unravel the tangles we find ourselves in or the conflicts that confront us. Conflict resolution is uncomfortable and we can be all tied up in knots inside and unable to build a bridge between us. *Estimated reading time: 3 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/how-to-unravel-knots-tangles-in-a-relationship) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Keys to Healthy Love and a Happy Relationship*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/keys-to-healthy-love-and-a-happy-relationship) February 10, 2020 [![Keys to Healthy Love and a Happy Relationship](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Romantic-couple-on-a-winter-holiday-1005329906_1258x838-compressor.jpeg?width=600&name=Romantic-couple-on-a-winter-holiday-1005329906_1258x838-compressor.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/keys-to-healthy-love-and-a-happy-relationship) Valentine's Day is a perfect opportunity to revel in our love for one another. The day set aside and the celebration itself can rekindle the fires of loving our partner. Although I wonder if we could keep our loving attentiveness going every day? You owe it to yourself to flex the muscles required to create lasting happiness. Strengthening your relationship by applying the keys of love is just as important as planning your wedding. *Your honeymoon doesn’t have to last only for a season!Estimated reading time: 3 minutes... MUCH longer to master* 😅 [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/keys-to-healthy-love-and-a-happy-relationship) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Cool and Unique Valentine's Day Gift Ideas*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/cool-and-unique-valentines-day-gift-ideas) January 28, 2020 [![Cool and Unique Valentine's Day Gift Ideas](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Couple-Snuggling-at-Coffee-Shop_AdobeStock_237616459-compressor.jpeg?width=600&name=Couple-Snuggling-at-Coffee-Shop_AdobeStock_237616459-compressor.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/cool-and-unique-valentines-day-gift-ideas) Are you ready to buy the perfect gift for your special person, but unsure where to start? When it comes to Valentine’s Day, “getting it right” is a must. Are you tired of the typical and expected flowers and chocolate? If so, it’s time to get creative. Use the information here to find the perfect gift for your special person. *Estimated reading time: 2 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/cool-and-unique-valentines-day-gift-ideas) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn [« More Great Content Here](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships/page/7) [Newer »](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships/page/5) ### Free Newsletter! 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