In our society, where divorce is a scary and pernicious reality for far too many couples, one of the wisest and most practical things a couple can do is to get premarital education. Think about it, so much money is spent on weddings these days. For a one day ceremony, couples spend thousands of dollars. […]
Am I Ready for Marriage?
Checklist: I know why I want to marry. I am ready to give up being single and to commit to another person for life. I am mature enough to know what I want and don’t want in a partner. I understand it’s not my partner’s job to fulfill me, complete me, rescue me or keep […]
Pre-Marital Questions
This list of questions, in two sections is intended for couples to think about and discuss with each other as a means to understanding each other’s expectations and desires. It will take many sessions to read and answer all these questions. Make sure you have sufficient time are relaxed. Remember that this is just to […]
A Potential Spouse: 7 Important Qualities to Look For
Physically, psychologically and spiritually we will go through many changes in the natural course of our lives and our marital relationship may need to adapt accordingly. Yet some basic, vital qualities are present throughout all healthy marriages. Let’s look at seven of them in relation to our potential spouse and ourselves. Balanced If you have […]
Positive and Realistic Vision
Bhaktin Suzanne and Nitai dasa have decided to marry. Bhaktin Suzanne, a devotee for almost a year, is convinced that Nitai will make her blissfully happy while Nitai thinks that he has been a resident temple devotee for too long. Even though he sees marriage as proof that he is not a strong devotee and […]
