Here’s just a few more comments & testimonials from our recent live event of

The Business of Marriage.

” I had pretty high expectations for the event because of previous attendee conversations. But when I got here, it was much deeper than I ever expected. Not only did we receive tools to deal with challenges in our marriage, but we had major emotional breakthroughs. I’ve been to couple’s retreats where we have received “Marriage advice”, but no real actionable steps. The Business of Marriage has given us the potential and hope to build a solid foundation that didn’t exist before. I wholeheartedly recommend that whether your marriage is amazing or in need of help that you attend this event.”           -DM  married 14 yrs.

” One of the biggest insights I got was that working on my marriage is actually an income producing activity for my business. As an entrepreneur we often get so focused on marketing, messaging, products, etc. that we lose sight of our priorities in our relationships. Having big gaps in my marriage was also causing leaks in the business because I was spending so much time worrying about us drifting apart. Realizing that I can have it all- a successful business and marriage and that the principles can be implemented in both is exciting! We were making it so complicated before. Now we know how to create and grow together instead of apart!”         – MS- married 22 yrs.

“After 17 yrs. of marriage to my best friend, I really didn’t think I should feel as disconnected to her as I was feeling. I think the feeling was mutual. We don’t have any role model marriages to gain strength or encouragement from in our own circle of friends as we all seem to have the same issues. I had high expectations of the Biz of Marriage event to provide my wife and I the practical tools, guidelines, and rules for a successful marriage. Now, having completed the event, I am confident our prayers were answered. We now have the systems to have “The marriage of all marriages!” My hope is that our family, friends, and anyone reading this, will take the same journey and attend the Business of Marriage SOON! Thanks Dino & Shannon! ”                  - JL  married 17 yrs.

“My wife signed us up. I had expected a total love fest full of tears and fears. Actually, I was surprised that the inner child wasn’t brought up. This was an event that seemed to really apply to the HERE & NOW. I had a great time and didn’t feel backed into a corner like other events that I have attended. BOM was awesome!”          -JS married 21yrs.

“Wow, these 3 days blew by! I have never been so engaged during an event. I was barely conscious of the time and didn’t want to leave each day. I found some tools that will dramatically shift our marriage and the motivation to use them. It was awesome to connect with other couples who are in similar circumstances and know that we aren’t alone. Honestly, my favorite part was that I finally had a safe place to discuss marital sex with my wife.”                              -WR married 8 yrs.

In our Rules for Arguing section we talk about fighting fair. Often we get people asking what that means. I explain that if the goal in an argument is to win, you both loose.

In this Great article by Kelly Flanagan, he goes into an even deeper explanation as to why it is important to fight fair.

You can be right, or you can be married; take your pick. I can’t remember who told me that, but I do remember that they were only half-joking. The other half, the serious half, is exceedingly important. This is why.

Many therapists aren’t crazy about doing marital therapy. It’s complicated and messy, and it often feels out of control. In the worst case scenario, the therapist has front row seats to a regularly-scheduled prize fight. But I love to do marital therapy. Why? Maybe I enjoy the work because I keep one simple principle in mind: if marriage is going to work, it needs to become a contest to see which spouse is going to lose the most, and it needs to be a race that goes down to the wire.

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Are you growing as a person, or are you dying?

Last week I celebrated my birthday. And my sweet hubby came up with the brilliant idea of getting all the books on my Amazon wish list as my present. As an avid bookworm, I was ecstatic! I love reading, learning, applying new things to my life, teaching it to my kids. It’s one way I try to keep myself young, and my mind sharp. I also believe it’s one way I keep my marriage fresh and fun~ I’ve always got something new to converse about  with Dino.

So my question is: What do you do to keep yourself growing? And how do you use that to keep your marriage growing?

It doesn’t have to be reading. There are other ways to enrich your life and your marriage.

• Do you have a hobby you engage in?
• Are you taking a class or going back to school?
• Do you play a sport?
• Are you involved in a charity or other philanthropic work?
• Do you travel and immerse yourself in other cultures?
• Are you frequently in contact with friends, family & community?

These are just a few ways you can make sure your spirit is growing, which is one of the essential ways you can keep your marriage thriving instead of dying.

What are some other ways you can enrich your life and your relationship? Leave a comment below~ I’d love to hear your ideas!

Shannon