Marriage for Keeps: the Tailor Made Plan

Have there been times in your relationship that you wished your mate and you were working together toward the same goals rather than fighting against each other? Do you feel that the relationship you share today is becoming that which you have been hoping for; a relationship where you feel supported, appreciated, understood, loved and respected? Your dreams can come true in your relationship. The following is a sample from Chapter Three - ""May We Talk Without Fighting" Instruction ... Indicate which statement you agree with by highlighting each response. How would you feel if I say, "This is my money." 1. I don't have a problem with this, because I believe couple's finances should be kept separate in order to avoid financial fights. 2. I feel offended because, within a marriage, the finances should always be referred to as "our money." 3. I feel suspicious, as though you are attempting to hide something from me. 4. I feel excluded, as if you don't want me involved in all aspects of your life. 5. I am okay with it, because I don't want to feel responsible for all of your past and present debts. 6. Other: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This book allows couples to address concerns, reflect on their experiences, and then select methods that work for the good of the relationships both now and in the future. This book is a resource tool for the following:· Pastor and leaders of various church denominations who conduct pre-marital and marriage counseling· Chaplains/Pastors who conduct wedding ceremonies· Marriage and Family counselors· &nbs