How important is finding compatibility to you when dating? When seeking a life partner, you don’t want to choose anyone. You wanna find someone you’re compatible with, but what does that mean? The word compatible is where two things are able to exist or occur together without problem or conflict. There are some things that […] The post Finding Compatibility When Dating appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Disagreements, frustrations and disappointments are impossible to avoid in relationships. Although we can’t avoid disagreements and frustrations in relationships, it doesn’t mean they have to turn into arguments. Disagreements aren’t the same as arguments. An argument occurs when two sides are approaching a disagreement in unhealthy and unproductive ways. An arguing couple in most cases […] The post How to Recover from Bad Relationship Arguments? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever found yourself frustrated or disappointed when dating? A disappointment is a negative feeling that results from something not living up to an expectation. When we open up ourselves to romantic interests (e.i. dating) we normally have some form of hope or expectation. An expectation to meet someone we like, where feelings are […] The post Dating Disappointments: How To Overcome Them! appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What does it mean to be honest about your Relationship mistakes? A mistake can be intentional or unintentional but the key is, it’s wrong. It is a form of behavior that is either dishonest, unjust, or immoral and often violates another. In life and in relationships we make mistakes, the question is, what is our […] The post Being Honest about Your Relationship Mistakes appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Any solid entity needs a solid foundation or anchor to bring it stability. Consider for a moment a ship without an anchor. It would find itself fighting against the current, drifting from place to place unable to remain in one place. Consider a home and the destruction that would follow after a storm if it […] The post What is Stabilizing your Relationship? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Why is it when a woman chooses a man that is deemed undesirable by the world, people attack her character, assuming there’s an ulterior motive? As if her motives can’t be pure driven from the heart and wisdom. Recently on a podcast Channing Crowder attacked the character of Ciara and Russell Wilson. In his podcast […] The post Not ALL Woman are Gold Diggers appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever made a rash decision that you regretted later. In life we all have moments or things where we are urged to loose control. This could be something common such as an act of cutting someone off in a moment of road rage, or it could be something uncommon such as a violent […] The post Learning From VS Judging Will Smith’s Out-of-Control Behavior appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

To celebrate or not celebrate Valentine’s Day, that is the question? Just because something is a cultural norm, it doesn’t mean it has to be a normal practice for you. Valentines Day is a national celebrated holiday, but its value varies from person to person. Some people love it, the romance, the gifts and special […] The post Should you Celebrate Valentine’s Day appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How does one remain happy and content in singleness? Be intentional in your approach! Finding happiness and contentment in singleness is not an accident. Just as having a happy marriage isn’t. Obtaining success in life requires you to take action. God tells us that one reaps what they sow. If you are purposeful in your […] The post “New Year” Single Goals appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Dating can be a rollercoaster!!! There are moments in the dating process where you have emotional highs. You meet new people, you meet someone you like, you get to know that person, and maybe it turns into a something special. Yet, there are also the lows. You can’t find a date, you meet bad people, […] The post “New Year” Dating Goals appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

It’s often said in sports, “if you’re not getting better, you’re getting worse.” I believe this saying is not only true in sports, but in relationships. As a spouse you should always be seeking to grow. How can you be a better husband? How can you be a better wife? One way to be intentional […] The post “New Year” Marriage Goals appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How are you approaching family & in-laws within your relationship? When it comes to weird uncles, hardheaded cousins, or even that overly intrusive Mother, family dynamics can be challenging. So much so terms such as Monster-in-laws are used to describe them. Although we all have “THOSE” family & in-laws it doesn’t mean challenging family dynamics […] The post Dealing with Family & In-laws this Holiday Season! appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

If you had to choose between Looks vs character, which would you choose? Thankfully when approaching relationships a person doesn’t have to choose between looks vs character. Both play an important role within relationship. Yet, too often people place more emphasis on looks rather than character. Most people when choosing whom to date are driven […] The post Looks vs Character: The Battle Against Superficiality appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

There’s an old saying, don’t put your business in the streets. Yet, how does this apply in the 21st century? In the age of social media, blogging, and streaming people are sharing more personal information about themselves in an ever increasing way. Yet, when sharing, when do you cross the line. When can sharing become […] The post How Much Is Too Much When Sharing About Your Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

A myth is a widely held but false belief or idea. There are ideas people hold that aren’t always true. Unfortunately, people pass on these false ideas or personal preferences as truth, forming myths. Myths can be passed down from generation to generation, mentor to pupil, or even through social media platforms. Although something sounds […] The post Christian Dating Myths appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is there a right or wrong amount one should spend on a wedding? Weddings can be amazing, but they can also be extremely costly. The average wedding in America is 30,000 dollars. Yes, you read that correctly. People are spending on a wedding the same price you can buy a car, or a down payment […] The post How Much Should One Spend On A Wedding? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Traumatic events are incidences that cause physical, emotional, spiritual, or psychological harm. Sometimes relationships face challenges as a result of incidences between a couple. This can be a spouse who does something dishonest, or a partner who says hurtful things. Yet, in relationships there are some traumatic events that don’t come from the couple, but […] The post How to Approach Traumatic Events in Relationships appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is it proper to compare marriage to a business? There a lot of things we can compare marriage too. Some people compare marriage to a rollercoaster, and the ups and downs one may experience. In my book, Chasing Happily Ever After, I compared building a house to building a solid relationship, and the importance of […] The post Is Marriage a Business? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

It has been said, “diamonds are a girls best friend.” So naturally a woman’s probably going to want one when getting engaged. A diamond ring has become a staple among what is offered when proposing in marriage. Yet is it superficial of a woman to reject a man’s engagement, if he offers something other than […] The post Is it Superficial to Demand a Diamond Engagement Ring? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Singleness IS NOT a disease, not is it a bad thing! Being single isn’t purgatory, an in-between period of life that you have to suffer through until you get to something better (aka marriage). First off, who said marriage is something better. If you ask some people, marriage can be jail, but that’s a different […] The post Getting the Most Out of Singleness appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Experiencing a tough breakup is like loosing apart of yourself. For those that have experienced a breakup or divorce can understand the emotional and physical toll it can take on you. In relationships you invest a lot to make them work. You open up your heart to another person, trusting that they will value it. […] The post Tips to Healing from a Breakup appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Messaging bad habits in marriages have lead to more unnecessary conflicts than I care to count. Don’t let them happen to you! Good communication is critical to any successful relationship. Unfortunately, many couples don’t always consider how they communicate over messaging as part of their good communication skills. The truth is people spend way more […] The post Do’s and Don’ts of Text Messaging in Marriage appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever made a text messaging gaffe while dating that may have cost you another date? Good communication is critical to any successful relationship. This is even more apparent early in the dating process, because one mistake could end your interaction forever. Therefore there are unwritten rules of communication when dating, yet with each […] The post Do’s and Don’ts of Text Messaging when Dating appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is your relationship Private or Public? This is a question that takes on a new meaning today. In the past to say your relationship was private (a.k.a secret) meant you didn’t tell anyone about your relationship. For example, your friends, family and others in your community didn’t know about or had little details of your […] The post Should you Keep your Relationship Private on Social Media? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Getting married is an exciting time! A big part of that excitement is moving in together. This is what a couple has been dreaming about and waiting for. That moment when their lives fuse together as one. Although this is exhilarating, it can also be stressful. I believe the first year of marriage can be […] The post Moving In Together: Managing the Stress (Newlywed Chronicle Ep. 4) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Why do we push things off that are important? Going LIVE on social media throughout the week to share faith, life & relationship encouragements is something God placed on my heart, and is important to me. One of those is my Newlywed Chronicles. I started off two months ago committed and consistent. It was going […] The post UGH! Why do I put off until tomorrow, what I should do TODAY? (Newlywed Chronicle Ep-3) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

The term breadwinner referees to the primary or sole income earner in a household. Throughout much of history the male has occupied this role, while the wife mainly took care of the kids and home. This didn’t make it right or wrong, but was a result of tradition. During World War I in America this […] The post Is it Right or Wrong for the Wife to be the Breadwinner (Wendy/Tabitha Drama)? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Self-Sabotage: To destroy oneself physically, mentally, or emotionally hindering your own success and well-being. Relationships have their challenges, but what happens when you are part of the problem, versus part of the solution? When this occurs you are self sabotaging your own relationship success. The hard part about self sabotage is often times there is […] The post Are you Self Sabotaging Your Relationship Success? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What do you do when there is a loss of trust within a relationship? Trust is a foundational piece to any relationship. Unfortunately there are moments within a relationship where that trust is broken. Maybe it’s a partner who has good intentions but doesn’t do all the things they promise to do. Maybe it’s someone […] The post Rebuild Trust in a Damaged Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is it possible to know someone, yet at times feel like you don’t? In life, people change! Hopefully for most of us those changes are for the better. As we get older and we have life experiences, those life experiences impact us differently. As a result we are not who we used to be and […] The post Learning Each Other All Over Again (Newlywed Chronicle Ep-2) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Life is full and chapters and seasons In life we have chapters, or some know them as seasons. These are periods of time that represent major events and transitions. Sometimes these chapters can be great, and life is good. Unfortunately, there are also seasons of pain and challenge. It is during these times we must […] The post New Chapters (Newlywed Chronicle Ep-1) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What a wonderful feeling to be newlyweds, but now what? There are an array of joyful emotions one feels when they first get married. The joy to fulfill a dream you’ve longed to see. The satisfaction of finally being able to reach a goal you’ve patiently waited for. The relief of finishing all the engagement […] The post Congratulations, You’re Newlyweds! NOW WHAT? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Dating someone of a different race isn’t always easy. Often when people are of a different race there are differences. These can be cultural differences, religious differences, child rearing difference or even economic differences. Therefore, when trying to connect with somebody romantically where these differences apply, it can be challenging. What are practical tips that […] The post Practical Tips for Dating Interracially appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Guarding your heart while dating will help you avoid unnecessary pain. The truth is you can’t trust all people until you know they are trust worthy. Yet, in time as someone shows themselves trust worthy can a person’s guard push them away keeping your relationships from going to the next level. Can a person be […] The post Can One Be Too Guarded While Dating? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What is all the buzz about Derrick Jaxn? The social media buzz over the past week or so has been talking about Derrick Jaxn. Derrick is a self proclaim relationship expert who has given relationship advice over the past 8 years or so. He has used this platform to bash men who cheat and mistreat […] The post Let’s Talk Infidelity & the Derrick Jaxn Drama appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

It hurts to see a friend possibly caught in a bad relationship. As friends you want to be there for each other, through the good and the bad. So what do you do when you find a friend caught up in a bad relationship? Helping a friend isn’t always as easy as it may appear. […] The post Tips to Help a Friend Caught Up in a Bad Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Why does it appear that the nice guy always gets overlooked for the bad boy? Many times women will say they want a Good Man. Women will share how they desire a man who is caring, thoughtful, patient, understanding, and generous, A.K.A the nice guy. Yet, when it comes time to choosing a man it […] The post What’s UP with Women and Bad Boys? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Friendships can be difficult to maintain when one enters into a romantic relationship. There’s a saying, two are better than one. Friendships are a critical part of every person’s life. It is our friends that partner with us, laugh with us, cry with us, drive us to be better, and celebrate with us. But what […] The post Maintaining Friendships after You or They step into a Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What good is love without action? Imagine for a moment a marriage without words. Where a couple were unable to speak through sound, sign, or pen. What would be said? I would argue a lot could be said. The husband cooking for his wife, taking her on trips, or helping her with her needs would […] The post Showing Love vs Speaking Love appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Dating can have its ups, but it can also have its downs! It feels good when people find you attractive. It feels good, when you’re going out on dates, getting to know someone and forming bonds. It feels even better when that relationship turns into something promising, a deeper commitment. BUT, what about when people […] The post Navigating the Disappointments in the Dating Process appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

You would think the holidays would bring joy and cheer to the hearts of everyone, but unfortunately that just in the case.  Life has its challenges, and at times these challenges can be frustrating, stealing one’s peace and joy. Often an area of frustration comes from relationships. When in a relationship there’s no where one […] The post Reasons why people are overwhelmed with anger in their Relationship? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is it a bad thing to rush into marriage? Marriage is one of the most important choices you will ever make? It’s because, who you choose to marry will impact you for the rest of your life. For those who make a wrong choice or marry prematurely it can bring heartache, frustration, and sadly divorce. […] The post Why Rush Into Marriage (LIVE)? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Holiday Loneliness is a real thing! There are singles who are challenged with loneliness throughout the year, and then there are singles who are very comfortable with their singleness. To understand that you don’t need a romantic partner to find fulfillment is critical to healthy living, but yet even those who are secure in thier […] The post How to Avoid the Holiday Loneliness Blues appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

In 2020 we saw one of the most contentious political environment in history. This has brought a major divide within our our country, and sadly within our homes. Many couples are experiencing intense communications breakdowns, and this challenge is taring a part marriage. How should couples navigate politics within a relationship? In this podcast know […] The post How to Navigate Politics within a Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is opposite attraction something you should pay attention to? Hollywood has often sensationalize the idea of opposites attract. There’s a glamour and excitement that without it a relationship is dull. As exciting as it may be to date someone who is very different than you. The question we need to ask, is opposite attraction practical […] The post Opposite Attraction: The Good, Bad, & Ugly (LIVE) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Should you care about being equally yoked when dating and getting married. The word equally yoked is a term that is often thrown around when people talk about marriage, but what exactly does it mean and is it something people should even pay attention to. The idea is a spiritual term that many are not […] The post Equally Yoked: What does it mean and why it’s important appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

In relationships you are bound to have disagreements, but what do you do with them? When you take two different people who were raised differently you are bound to have disagreements. A disagreement is when two people have differing view points. For example, you believe the house should be cleaned weekly whereas your spouse may […] The post Agree to Disagree: Tips to Dealing with Relationship Arguments appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever desired to ask someone out, but struggled to build the confidence to do it? If you’ve ever lacked confidence to ask someone out, you are not alone. All people of different backgrounds have found themselves intimidated in one way or another to approach someone they may like. This intimidation keeps people from […] The post Confidence Building Tips for Asking Someone Out appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Co-parenting is hard. It requires working together and communication. In part one we shared tips to help couples navigate different parenting styles, but how do you work with a person where you difference drew you a part? There is a reason why couples are divorced or no longer together. Maybe someone hurt the other or […] The post How to Navigate Differing Parenting Styles (when separated) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What do you when how you want to raise your child differs from your spouse? Everyone has an opinion on how to raise children, but what happens when those opinions differ when you’re married? How do you work through the challenge of having differing parenting styles? In this podcast episode we take a look some […] The post How to Navigate Differing Parenting Styles (when married) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How do you handle flirtatious advancements towards you or your partner? It can be flattering to have someone flirt with you. It can make someone feel attractive or even wanted, but not all advancements are wanted or appropriate. One instance where flirting is inappropriate is when you are in a relationship. Whether you are the […] The post Flirtatious Advancements: How to handle them while in a relationship. appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever heard of relationship attachment styles? People love taking relationship surveys, or character personality tests. They do this to not only better understand themselves, but also to better understand others in relationships. Though these tests can be fun, are they helpful? I would say most are not, but some are. Recently, I came […] The post What Are Relationship Attachment Styles? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Why stay in a relationship solely because of time? Have you ever seen a relationship where every sign says they should end it, yet they remain in it because of the amount of time they’ve invested. WHY? Should duration of time be a reason to stay in a relationship? Well, it depends. This is not […] The post Is Duration of Time a Reason to Stay in a Relationship? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Are there practical tips one can implement while dating during the COVID 19 pandemic? As COVID 19 continues, one thing is becoming increasingly clear. This pandemic isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. I believe when the outbreak first started and we were asked to shelter in place, most thought it would be a short term thing, […] The post Dating Tips During a Pandemic (COVID 19) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How important is self-care and grooming in a relationship? Most people understand that attraction plays a big role within relationships. Often when we think of attraction we think of facial features or body features, but what about self-care and grooming. Self care and grooming deals with how people take care of their body. This includes […] The post Letting Yourself Go | Why Self-Care & Grooming Matters in a Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is love but a secondhand emotion within relationships? The term, what’s love got to do with it was made popular by Tina Turner in the 80’s. Although, this was just a song, is there any truth to the idea. Unfortunately, people have done very cruel things within what was supposed to be a love relationship, […] The post What’s Love Got To Do With It? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever had good intentions not go so good? Some of the worse things have happened under the best of intentions. In relationships we all have found ourselves trying to do good, only for it to not turn out how we may have hope. But how can that be? If your desire is to […] The post When Helping Isn’t Helping appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Overtime singleness can begin to way heavy on your heart.  Many people know and understand that singleness isn’t a bad thing. You don’t need a spouse to feel complete. Yet, knowing something and living something are two different things. When single you can go through emotional ups and downs. There are times you feel great and […] The post What to do When Tired of being Single? (Part 2) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Overtime singleness can begin to way heavy on your heart. Many people know and understand that singleness isn’t a bad thing. You don’t need a spouse to feel complete. Yet, knowing something and living something are two different things. When single you can go through emotional ups and downs. There are times you feel great […] The post What to do When Tired of being Single? (Part 1) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

If you are not learning you are not living? We’ve all had to make adjustments as a result of COVID 19 hitting the world. The biggest of those adjustments has been self-isolation. Though we may understand why quarantining is important, it’s had its difficulties. Yet, are there things we’ve learned while self quarantine? People who […] The post What We’ve Learned while in Self Quarantine appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever considered the similarities between dancing and marriage? Many people love dancing. All over the world you’ll find every culture has some form of dance. Why? What is it about dancing that people love? For some, they love to dance because it brings joy and freedom. For others, dance is an expression of […] The post How Can Dancing Help Your Relationship? (Part 2) Ep:108b appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever considered the similarities between dancing and marriage? Many people love dancing. All over the world you’ll find every culture has some form of dance. Why? What is it about dancing that people love? For some, they love to dance because it brings joy and freedom. For others, dance is an expression of […] The post How Can Dancing Help Your Relationship? (Part 1) Ep:108 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What steps do you take to resolve conflict in your relationship? As a result of COVID 19, people all over the world are spending more time at home to practice social distancing. Some have poked fun at this by saying countries will see a rise in child births, and calling them quarantine babies. While spending […] The post Relationship Conflict Resolution Tips (Quarantine Edition) appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

If you had to choose between loving and being hurt or never loving at all, which would you choose? True love is more than words, it’s an action. Christ the author of love demonstrated love by sacrificing Himself for humanity. People demonstrate love by letting others in their heart, and giving a piece of themselves […] The post Loved & Lost vs Never Loved at All appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

I believe there is some confusion as to what it means to be head of household. Sometimes there are terms mentioned within the church that can be confusing. What something means within one culture can sometimes be different in another. This is also true for those committed to a faith and for those not familiar […] The post What does it Mean to be Head of Household? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What do you do when you see a flaw in a person or a relationship? When looking for a possible spouse we often come across concerns about the person or the relationship. These are what some might call red flags. Troubling thoughts, feelings, or flaws that could be problematic to the success of a relationship. […] The post How do you Approach Red Flags while Dating? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Sometimes you just need a quick encouragement to carry you through your day, or in this case your weekend. Our Weekend Snippets take key talking points from past episodes to highlight relationship principles you can carry into your weekend. This weeks highlight focuses on privacy, trust and secrets. Don’t ignore the importance of building trust in a […] The post Weekend Snippet #06: Privacy, Trust, and Secrets appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Telling someone you love them is easy. Showing them is what’s hard. Culturally we live in a time when people are in love with the idea of being in love. Today, love has become more of a feeling verses an action taken. It’s been said that relationships are work, but what this is referring to […] The post 4 Principles to Transform your Relationship (4 of 4 The Act of Love) Ep:103 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Transform your relationship by becoming an active listener. Sometimes we just need to tell ourselves to shut up and listen. Active listening is a key building block to better communication. Bad communication I believe is the number one cause for divorce. The challenge with communication, is people believe because they know how to talk, they […] The post 4 Principles to Transform your Relationship (3 of 4 Active Listening) Ep:102 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Showing compassion in your relationship will do more than you think. Mercy is a word people use all the time, but how many of us truly understand what mercy is and how important it is to a relationship. The impact of showing compassion in your relationship can not be understated. Mercy is critical to the […] The post 4 Principles to Transform your Relationship (2 of 4 Showing Mercy) Ep:101 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Sometimes you just need a quick encouragement to carry you through your day, or in this case your weekend. Our Weekend Snippets take key talking points from past episodes to highlight relationship principles you can carry into your weekend. This weeks highlight is, giving up the cookie doesn’t mean he’ll stay. The value of sex is sometimes […] The post Weekend Snippet #05: Giving up the Cookie doesn’t Mean He’ll Stay! appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

If you could do one thing to transform your relationship, would you do it? Principles are fundamental truths that surround us and govern us. These truths if applied can have a positive impact upon your life, but if ignored can lead to calamity. This is also true for relationships. You are probably reading this because […] The post 4 Principles to Transform your Relationship (1 of 4) Ep:100 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

What is relationship vision? Vision is the ability to have foresight. The ability to see beyond where you are, and to see where you want to go. Imagine a company that lacks a vision statement, how successful do you think that organization will be? This is no different as an individual. Having a personal vision […] The post Do You Possess Relationship Vision? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is the grass “always” greener on the other side? This is a saying that reflects a view people hold when comparing their life and circumstance to others. Sometimes as people are dealing with challenges they begin to compare their life circumstances with differing, and often better circumstances than their own. There are many dangers of […] The post The Dangers of Comparison within Relationships. appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Sometimes you just need a quick encouragement to carry you through your day, or in this case your weekend. Our Weekend Snippets take key talking points from past episodes to highlight relationship principles you can carry into your weekend. This weeks highlight asks the question, are you fully committed to love. Love has become a […] The post Weekend Snippet #04: Are you fully committed to LOVE? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How are you sharing relationship responsibilities with your mate? In a previous episode, we discussed whether the traditional view of the woman’s duty to cook was biblical. Yet, the needs and responsibilities within a relationship go far and beyond just cooking. Who earns the money or manages the budget? Is it primarily one person’s duty […] The post Sharing in Relationship Responsibilities appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Relaxing at home is nice, but what happens when overtime staying at home is all you do? Are you or your spouse a homebody? Relationships go through many phases. Early within a relationship when a couple is getting to know each other, they often go out and do various activities together. Unfortunately the longer those […] The post Help! My Spouse &/or I have become a Homebody? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Sometimes you just need a quick encouragement to carry you through your day, or in this case your weekend. Our Weekend Snippets take key talking points from past episodes to highlight relationship principles you can carry into your weekend. This weeks highlight focuses on attraction towards others when you’re already in a relationship. You can’t […] The post Weekend Snippet #03: The Motivating Moving Factor appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Sometimes you just need a quick encouragement to carry you through your day, or in this case your weekend. Our Weekend Snippets take key talking points from past episodes to highlight relationship principles you can carry into your weekend. This weeks highlight focuses on a quote by Keonte McDonald, “Are you buying your own ticket […] The post Weekend Snippet #02: Are you buying a ticket for an Emotional Ride? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

A growing trend is the act of dating multiple people at the same time. The truth is, dating is evolving! Much of this has to do with technology and how people meet. Before technology most people met through a friend connection, or at a social gathering. It was rare that once you engaged with one […] The post Should you Date Multiple People at the Same Time? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Sometimes you just need a quick encouragement to carry you through your day, or in this case your weekend. Our Weekend Snippets take key talking points from past episodes to highlight relationship principles you can carry into your weekend. This week we want to highlight one of our most searched relationship episodes. Is the Wife […] The post Weekend Snippet #01: Communicating Relationship Assumptions appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Losing oneself or identity in a marriage is more common than people are aware of. Marriage requires a lot. For a relationship to be successful one must be willing to give to the relationship what it needs. Sometimes this means compromise, sacrifice, and/or putting a side personal goals. Yet, overtime as a person continues to […] The post The Challenge of Losing Yourself in a Marriage appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How important is money when choosing whom you date or marry? There is little doubt that money is important. So, is it bad to only date those who have money? There are those who are passionate about this subject, and give compelling arguments to why one should only date those who are financially well off. […] The post What Role should Money Play when Choosing whom to Date or Marry? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

There’s a saying by Zig Ziglar, if you aim at nothing you will hit it every time. The same can be said when searching for a mate. There are often two types of approaches when people are searching for a mate; those who have a clear idea of what they want in a future spouse, […] The post Is a List of Wants Realistic when dating? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How should couples approach friendships with the opposite sex when in a committed relationship? Building platonic friendships is important. In my book, Chasing Happily Ever After, I outline several benefits of platonic friendships and how they help build healthy relationships. Yet, how do you navigate those important friendships when you step out of singleness and […] The post Navigating Friendships of the Opposite Sex when in a Relationship appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Should a person keep in touch or stay friends with their Ex if in a committed relationship? There’s a lot to be said about EXES! Sometimes their can be drama centered around an ex, and other times there’s not. Often a question people have surrounding exes is whether they should maintain contact with them when […] The post Is it okay to stay friends with your EX if in a relationship? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Are there negative ramifications or impacts of premarital sex? Discussing sex from a biblical perspective can often feel taboo. Yet, not talking about a subject doesn’t help people gain understanding. Are their negative impacts of premarital sex from a Christian perspective? When approaching the subject of sex from a Christian point of view, it’s important […] The post Impacts of Premarital Sex from a Christian Male Perspective – Part 2 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Are there negative ramifications or impacts of premarital sex? Discussing sex from a biblical perspective can often feel taboo. Yet, not talking about a subject doesn’t help you gain understanding. When approaching the subject of sex from a Christian point of view, it’s important to understand God isn’t a prude. God is the creator of […] The post Impacts of Premarital Sex from a Christian Male Perspective – Part 1 appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

There’s an unspoken rule that men are supposed to pay for the first date, and possibly beyond, but why not women? There are people hold a traditional view that men should be the pursuer at the beginning of a relationship. Therefore it is often perceived that a man should pay for the dates since they […] The post Should Women Pay for Dates? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

You can’t always control when and where you have conflict. So what do you do when faced with a possible conflict in public? Disagreements or arguments are bound to happen within relationships. Though there are varying degrees of disputes. Disagreements are bound to happen, because people are different and have differing points of view that […] The post How to Handle Relationship Arguments in Public? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh (Gen. 2:24). Oneness in marriage is critical to a successful marriage, but achieving it can be difficult. The main reason it can be so hard is because of individualism (the habits […] The post How to Achieve Oneness in Marriage appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How critical are family and friends to the success of a marriage? Family and friends are a major part of our lives, but depending upon your community (family and friends) and their influence, it will determine whether their impact is positive or negative. In our last podcast we examined the value community plays while single […] The post The Importance of Family & Friends while Married appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

How important are the family and friends around you while single or dating? Family and friends are a major part of our lives, but depending upon your community (family and friends) and their influence, it will determine whether their impact is positive or negative. Hopefully, you are mindful to surround yourself with positive people. The […] The post The Value of Family & Friends while Single / Dating appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Is it a sign of weakness for a man to open up his heart to a woman? Don’t Love Them Hoes, is a catchphrase coined by Snoop Dog in the 90’s. This phrase and its thought permeated throughout much of hip-hop, and American culture. The idea behind this phrase promoted a “Playa’s Mentality“. Women are […] The post Combatting a Don’t Love Them %@# Mentality appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Who hasn’t been somewhat nervous on a date? I believe being nervous isn’t a bad thing. There is a sense of humility that comes with being nervous, and with that humility people should learn to lean on God for strength. Unfortunately, the levels of nervousness people feel are not the same; nor is how they […] The post Tips to Having Confidence While Dating appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

When is the last time you really thought about what is love? People in all walks of life are in pursuit of love within relationships, but what is that exactly? Some in their pursuits are chasing passion, while others are desiring happiness, but is happiness. Many people consciously or unconsciously build their idea of love […] The post In Pursuit of Love, What is LOVE? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Can you trust relationship advice given by celebrities? Relationship advice comes in all types of shapes and sizes. It also comes from all types of people. Not everyone who gives relationship advice is qualified to give it, and not all relationship advice is helpful. Yet what happens when people we admire, look up to, or […] The post Relationship News 6/3: Evaluating Relationship Advice given by Celebrities appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Who hasn’t seen a movie or heard of a first date ending with a kiss, but should it? There is a thought, that if a date goes well it should end with a kiss, and if not the date is possibly a failure. Not everyone takes this position, but there is a cultural norm for […] The post Should you Kiss on the First Date? appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Do you sometimes find yourself admiring relationships on social media? It’s hard to avoid seeing relationships on instagram, facebook, or other social media platforms. There are couples who literally travel around the world taking pictures of themselves for others to see. Yes, imagine that! Some couples get paid to travel and take exotic pictures with […] The post Social Media Relationship Envy Syndrome appeared first on Simplify Complexity.

Have you ever found yourself desiring something more with a longtime friend? Many romantic relationships form as a result of an initial interest. Meaning the two really didn’t know each other before they began the journey of a romantic friendship, which would hopefully evolve. Yet there are instances when two people initially formed a platonic […] The post From Friends to Dating: When you desire something more appeared first on Simplify Complexity.