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Online Marriage Course - - Part 5 - - Conflicting Chores
Ten Weeks to a Better Marriage Relationship

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This is Part 5 of a 10 part online course. Start here to learn more about the structure of this online course.

Ten Weeks to a Better Marriage Relationship: Part 5

When either one of you is unhappy about the allocation of household chores, the stress level in your home will increase tremendously. Conflict over domestic duties around the house is second only to conflict over money in a marriage. This week, take time to discuss who does what around the house, and if things need to change, discuss how to divide up the chores.

Dividing Up Household Chores

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If at any time you want to discuss the topics further, or you have a special situation, I invite you to visit the Marriage Forum where you can solicit various opinions.

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Ten Weeks to a Better Marriage Relationship
Introduction
Part 1: Expectations
Part 2: Fighting Fairly
Part 3: Work on Your Listening Skills
Part 4: Financial Concerns
Part 5: Conflicting Chores
Part 6: Marriage Sexuality
Part 7: Cinema Therapy
Part 8: Get to Know One Another Better
Part 9: Celebrate Your Coupleness
Part 10: Take the Dialogue Challenge

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