For a good laugh, take a step back and hear some typical conversations between men and women. If you didn't know better you’d think they were conversing in different languages. Lisa Aiken points out these differences are legitimate, and how understanding the differences can save you lots of grief. Practical topics discussed are how feminine and masculine needs differ, how each side relates to intimacy, and which style each side uses to communicate.
Rabbi Morgenstern accentuates how marriage affects your overall character makeup - despite all else. But what if you simply can't find the right one? Hear encouraging words for continuing the search, plus good ideas for keeping your top priorities up front while dating.
If we speak lashon hara about our husbands, or embarrass them in any way, are we destroying the trust and healthy relationship we’ve tried so hard to establish? If we were to learn some classic tips on constructive criticism and better ways to introduce and discuss an issue, would it help keep the lines of communication open to hear the differences of opinion that a healthy marriage is constantly faced with?
Arguing with your spouse in general, and even during pre-Pesach cleaning is indicative of communication breakdown. Hear simple halachos and practical advice on voicing your differences of opinion without accusations, settling a fight peacefully and dealing with the aftermath of quarrels. Growing from marital fights should make you a better spouse and a better, happier human being.
Arguing with one's spouse is an indication of communication. Hear practical advice on how to keep "differences of opinion" fair; how to settle a fight peacefully; and dealing with the aftermath of a quarrel. Learn how to grow from marital fights in order to become a better spouse and a better person.
Attaining and maintaining good communication with your spouse is a pillar of a happy marriage. Rabbi Morgenstern explains the four channels of communication we need to keep open and operative. Learn how to find quality time with each other, despite all the day-to-day hustle and bustle.
Shidduchim is serious business. Knowing what marriage is and what the prerequisites are before you get started are what Rabbi Orlowek discusses in this class given to young men. He clearly defines the responsibilities and how to figure out if you are ready to take the plunge based on your emotional readiness. He also advises how to date wisely and gives other valuable tips for starting married life on the right foot.
When two people coming from different backgrounds get married, they necessarily need to be extra accommodating to one another. Rabbi Orlowek explains why men and women were created so very different, and offers a few suggestions for eliminating a lot of petty misunderstandings for you to reap the most benefit from your first, most important year of marriage.
A kiruv professional can just as easily run into the same shalom bayis issues that plague busy doctors or rabbis, resulting from the tremendous demands made on their time and the emotional energy they must constantly expend. Rabbi Orlowek discusses how to avoid the pitfalls of this highly fulfilling mode of life, and how to make quality time for one's spouses and children.
Seeing our core selves and who we really are when societal pressures and mores are stripped away from us can be more frightening than we imagine. Is it possible to get a feel for what is really motivating us? Rav Pincus gives us two barometers to see the depth of our level in between man and God, and between man and man.