Premarital counseling can be beneficial to a couple in a multitude of ways. It is always a wise decision, whether this is your first, second, or even third marriage. There are, however, limits to what it can provide. This blog can help you develop a realistic view of what to expect when you decide to invest in premarital counseling.

You have worked up the courage to say “Will you marry me?” or to say “Yes” in response to that question. Or you have decided to live together. Now you’re feeling anxious about whether you’re doing the right thing. Are you really prepared for such a big step? Even if you have complete faith in your decision and know you are prepared, engagement anxiety still creeps in. Read on to learn how to manage those feelings.

Healthy boundaries are essential in all relationships, but you may find the notion of boundaries within a marriage a surprising concept.  Establishing these boundaries prior to your marriage during pre-marital counseling can save heartache later on.  Read on to understand some of these boundaries and why they are important.

Marriages inevitably have their ups and downs.  Changes and transitions that life throws your way can't always be anticipated.  There are, however, proven skills that can help you prepare for future events so they don't throw you off course.  Before the marriage is the time to learn these skills.  Read on to see how pre-marital counseling can be beneficial to your future.

You have found your soul mate.  You're engaged and planning a wonderful wedding.  You anticipate a "happily ever after" future together.  Congratulations!  It truly is wonderful to find the person you want to spend your life with.  It's important, however, to take the time to genuinely get to know your partner, even their flaws, and allow them to truly know you.  Those flaws, in both yourself and your partner, look like mere irritations from time to time at this point.  As time goes on, they will turn into huge irritations.  Talk, talk, and talk some more before saying "I do."

Many couples choose not to seek pre-marital counseling. It's easy to believe that you're been together long enough to know that you're compatible.  Sure, you might not agree on everything, but it all works out.  For some couples, this may hold true.  But far too many couples end up thinking, "I wish I had known about this before the wedding."  Don't be one of those couples.  Invest in the future of your marriage.  Read more to understand how pre-marital counseling can be helpful.

Pre-marital counseling is a great way to explore various relationship topics prior to making the big commitment of marriage.  But what happens when you find out that you are NOT on the same page on an important matter. Read more to discover how pre-marital counseling can help you safely explore these areas to find resolution.

Pre-marital topics every couple should consider and discuss before taking marriage vows:  Money . . . Careers . . . Kids/Family  . . . Values/Beliefs . . . In-Laws . . . Health Issues . . . Conflict Management.