At times, your marriage brings joy and fulfillment.  At other times, it can be full of frustration, conflict or boredom.  During these difficult times, you may wonder, “Is this all there is?” or “Why is this so hard?”  These thoughts or feelings can be especially discouraging when you compare this to a time earlier in your relationship when things felt wonderful.  Rest assured – there is more to marriage.  In fact, through these conflicts and difficult times you can grow to experience a hidden reward of marriage: it can help you grow into your whole self.  That’s right; one reward of your unique partnership is that it can actually help you grow as an individual. Read More