Marriage 101 -- A Beginner's Guide to Marriage

Just starting your marriage journey together? Here's some of what you need to know about marriage issues to have a successful marriage.

• Finances are the number one reason couples divorce. Regularly discuss money issues in your relationship.
  
  • Finances in Marriage

• Conflict over chores around the house is second only to conflict over money in a marriage. This is a topic you can't avoid talking about.
  
  • Division of Household Chores in Marriage

• A sexy, exciting marriage doesn't just happen. You need to stay intimate with one another and show your love and passion for one another on a daily basis.
  
  • Sexual Intimacy in Marriage

• Although children are a tremendous joy, they do have an impact on a marriage. Remember to schedule time just for the two of you.
  
  • Parenting Together
    
  • Time Concerns and Management

• Realize that your in-laws will be a part of your marriage whether you like it or not. Learn how to set boundaries with your in-laws and how to enjoy them.
  
  • Coping With Your In-laws

• Don't let stress in your marriage tear you apart. Learn coping skills to help you through the tough times.
  
  • Stress in Marriage

• Interfaith, interracial, and intercultural marriages have their own set of unique challenges to face. If you are considering one of these marriage relationships, discuss your differences before you get married.
  
  • Interfaith Marriages
    
  • Interracial Marriages
    
  • Intercultural Marriages