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Remodeling
Remodeling your home can tear your marriage apart as you deal with unmet expectations, financial concerns, the mess, and disruption in your lives. The key to having your marriage survive a remodeling project is to communicate with each other!
Guide for Wives with Do It Yourself Husbands
Are your husband's do it yourself projects creating marital stress? You aren't alone. Many women feel helpless as they watch their husband's grand schemes turn out poorly. Here are solutions to saving both the projects and your marriage.
Married to a Fixer Upper Poll
Being married to a spouse who is a fixer upper sort of person can create frustration and stress in a marriage. Has your fixer upper spouse's projects created stress in your marriage?
The Remodel Challenge
Are the two of you considering remodeling a room in your home? Think twice. The remodeling experience of many couples could be a horrible one if they don't share their expectations with each other.
Remodel Poll
If you and your spouse have tried to remodel your home, you know that the experience can either be a great one or a horrible one. The success of such a project depends on the strength of your marriage relationship and how well the two of you can communicate with each other...especially when you are stressed. Has a remodeling project caused problems in your marriage?
Are You Emotionally Ready for That Remodeling Project?
Here's help in saving your marriage if you decide to remodel. Dr. Ragan emphasizes the need for communication to survive a remodeling project.