Marriage Matters Part 2: A Scoop of Self-Care

Marriage can be a wonderful experience, but the methods to get to wonderful are not always clear. Strategies for a healthy marriage are often simple and practical, but that does not mean easy. In honor of Couple Appreciation Month, this episode is part 2 of 4 conversations that will start unpacking what it means to have a thriving marriage. Get ready for practical steps to help you find the right ingredients that best suit the palate of your marriage. Bring your notepads or download for later. Your recipe book for a flavorful marriage, is about to get full.

Part 2: Creating a healthier marriage means first focusing on creating a healthier you. Self-care is a buzzword that many struggle to put into practice in meaningful ways. As you are sorting out the ingredients that best suit your recipe for marital success, consider adding a big scoop of self-care. Your body, mind, spirit and relationship will thank you. A healthy marriage is not something we should expect to succeed at alone. Check out the resources listed below, as you continue your journey of becoming healthy, empowered, and resilient (HER).

Resources:

The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work by John Gottman and Nan Silver https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0609805797

https://psychcentral.com/blog/7-research-based-principles-for-making-marriage-work/

Sound Girls.org: https://soundgirls.org/self-care-develop-a-routine-that-works-for-you/

Mental Health America: https://www.mhanational.org/taking-good-care-yourself

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/self-care-12-ways-take-better-care-yourself

Finding a Therapist:

If you have insurance, call your insurance provider and explore your mental health benefits. Ask for a list of in-network providers and confirm your out-of-pocket expense for services.

Check into whether you employer offers EAP services to get you started. Your primary care physician may also be able to provide a referral to a mental health professional. The online resources below can also assist

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

https://www.goodtherapy.org/

https://www.findatherapist.com/