by Vivian Oberling | Feb 8, 2026 | Finances
If you ask most couples what they fight about, money is likely to make the top three. In fact, some might say financial disputes are more persistent and harder to resolve than conflicts over sex, chores, or even parenting. It’s not that surprising, since money isn’t...
by Vivian Oberling | Feb 7, 2026 | Communication, Relationships
Getting engaged is thrilling. You’re choosing your partner, celebrating your commitment, and envisioning the life you’ll build together. But engagement isn’t just about planning the wedding—it’s also a chance to prepare for the marriage itself: learning how to...
by Vivian Oberling | Feb 6, 2026 | Communication, Relationships
As we grow up, we’re absorbing ideas about marriage from everywhere—our parents/caregivers, romantic comedies, friends, Instagram feeds, and our community’s culture. By the time we get to the point where marriage becomes an option, we’ve all built a picture in our...
by Vivian Oberling | Feb 5, 2026 | Communication, marriage
There’s a reason couples flock to quizzes that promise to reveal their compatibility—it’s fun, it sparks conversation, and it often feels safer than diving straight into heavy relationship topics. When grounded in psychological research, compatibility quizzes can be...
by Vivian Oberling | Feb 4, 2026 | Wedding
The day of love just got a little sweeter with your engagement. If you got engaged on Valentine’s Day, congratulations! You might feel like you’re floating, a little overwhelmed, deeply in love, or all of the above at once. Welcome to engagement season. The first few...
