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Catholic Weddings Couple Reviews Miscellaneous Pre-Marital Counseling

Sam and Kevin – Working Through Difficult Conversations

Sam and Kevin recently completed the Catholic Marriage Preparation Course (Pre-Cana) with OnlineMarriagePreparation.com. Although Sam is not Catholic they both found that the course introduced them to some new topics, encouraging them to have some difficult conversations before the wedding. Here's more of what they…

Michele TingleyMay 6, 2023

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Communication Conflict Resolution Couple Reviews Marriage Preparation Miscellaneous

Five Benefits of Premarital Counseling to Build a Stronger Relationship

Clay and SierraBasic (Non-religious) Marriage Prep Course Getting married is one of the most significant decisions one can make in life. It is an exciting and joyous occasion, but it also comes with its share of challenges. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook…

Michele TingleyMay 1, 2023

A bride and groom developed strong communication skills before posing for this picture at their wedding.

Couple Reviews Marriage Preparation Non-Religious Weddings

Silvanna and Kenneth – Equipped to Make Marriage a Success

Silvanna and Kenneth have been together for over a decade and therefore they thought they knew everything about each other and how to navigate a successful relationship. They were pleasantly surprised by the knowledge and insight provided by the Basic (Non-Religious) Course at Online Marriage…

Michele TingleyApril 25, 2023

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Communication Conflict Resolution Marriage Help/Tips Miscellaneous

8 Proven Strategies for Resolving Conflict in Marriage

Conflict is a normal part of every marriage but it’s important to learn how to resolve conflict in a healthy way that benefits both partners. Here are 8 proven strategies to help you and your spouse successfully solve conflicts leading to a better, stronger marriage.…

Michele TingleyApril 19, 2023

Communication Couple Reviews Pre-Marital Counseling

Caroline and Justin – Developing Strong Communication Skills

Caroline and Justin recently completed the Basic (Non-Religious) Course from Online Marriage Preparation. Before the course, they thought they had strong communication skills but now, having taken the course, they say they have gained new skills. Here's a bit more of what they said: I…

Michele TingleyApril 11, 2023

Couple Reviews Marriage Preparation Non-Denominational Weddings

Melissa and Brad – This Marriage Preparation Course was Brilliant!

Melissa and Brad recently completed the Christian (Non-Denominational) Course with OnlineMarriagePreparation.com and had high praise for the course and the impact it had on their relationship. They found that the course touched on important areas of marriage and promoted both emotional and hard conversations that…

Michele TingleyApril 1, 2023

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Catholic Weddings Couple Reviews

Kathy and Ethan – Catholic Pre-Cana Improves Communication

Kathy and Ethan took the Catholic Marriage Prep course (Pre-Cana) and enjoyed being able to set aside time to build a stronger foundation in their relationship and gain skills that helped them improve communication and conflict resolution. Here's how they explained it: I really enjoyed…

Michele TingleyApril 1, 2023

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Alternative Wedding Unity Symbol: Planting a Tree

As a professional wedding officiant, I have worked with more than 200 couples to create unique and memorable ceremonies. One of the best ways I’ve found to personalize a ceremony is to include an alternative unity symbol. An alternative to the traditional candle lighting unity…

Shelly HillMarch 31, 2023

Communication Couple Reviews Marriage Preparation Non-Denominational Weddings

Leah and Jeff – Better Communication and Closer Than Ever

Leah and Jeff called the Christian (non-denominational) Course, a “bonding experience” because they say that they’ve become much closer and are practicing better communication as a result of the course. Here's a bit more of what they shared: I just wanted to say thank you…

Michele TingleyMarch 21, 2023

Couple Reviews Non-Religious Weddings Pre-Marital Counseling

Jesus and Markisha – Resolving Conflict in Healthy Ways

Jesus and Markisha took the Basic Marriage Prep course, learned to resolve conflict in a healthier way and ensured the two of them were on the same page regarding a number of issues. This course was very informative, and I learned a lot more about…