Monthly Archive for July, 2010

Dr. Heitler contributes to Military Spouse Magazine

Posted on July 30, 2010 in categories: As seen in Military Spouse Magazine, Marriage and In-laws, Rosanna and Tips From Dr. H. 0 Comments

We can only imagine the great strain and stress military deployment puts on the marriages and families involved. Given this, we owe to our soldiers and their families to provide as much support as we are able. In Military Spouse Magazine, Dr. Heitler advises spouses of deployed soldiers on how best to set boundaries with in-laws: Don’t feel selfish that you want your spouse all to yourself upon return. This is the first step in family healing, or reconnection. The second step includes the children. The third is the in-laws and extended family.

read more here:

http://www.milspouse.com/how-to-set-boundaries-with-inlaws.aspx

Posted by: Rosanna Smith, Power of Two Intern

Categories: As seen in Military Spouse Magazine, Marriage and In-laws, Rosanna and Tips From Dr. H

Dr. Heitler contributes to the Aug 2010 issue of Parents Magazine

Posted on July 14, 2010 in categories: As seen in Parents Magazine, In the Press and Tips From Dr. H. 0 Comments

Here’s an interesting question… “How to Fight in Front of the Kids”

That is just what’s addressed in the Aug 2010 issue of Parents Magazine (pg 104). Among other experts in the field, Dr. Heitler, author of The Power of Two, is quoted in this interesting article which discusses the impact of fighting in front of children.

Speaking about children, Dr. Heitler says, “If they never learn to verbalize their true feelings, they may grow up squashing those feelings or believing that conflicts can never be resolved constructively.” She goes on to emphasize that children need good conflict resolution examples set for them. Otherwise, children may be ill equipped when it comes to managing tumultuous times in their futures.

If you have children, or ever want to… I’d encourage you to pick up the Aug issue of Parents Magazine! Let us know your thoughts. How do you think about handling marriage conflicts in front of kids?

Posted By: Katie Stokes

Categories: As seen in Parents Magazine, In the Press and Tips From Dr. H

Interesting article about the factors that contribute to the longevity of a marriage

Posted on July 7, 2010 in categories: Just For Fun, Marriage in the News and Marriage Prep/Engagement. 0 Comments

While surfing the web for some good Power of Two Facebook fodder I came across this awesome article called “Will This Marriage Last?“. The article is from back in 2006, but its content is timeless. Among many other factors, the article highlights the importance of Marriage Education. From the article:

“The couple’s expectations are a huge factor in the longevity of their marriage. Couples who have attended premarital classes or counseling cut their odds of divorce by almost a third. Premarital counseling might be the best wedding gift any newlyweds can receive.”

Hooked yet? Read about the other factors which may impact your risk for divorce here: http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1209784,00.html

Posted By:

Katie

Categories: Just For Fun, Marriage in the News and Marriage Prep/Engagement