There is a tendency in life, brothers and sisters, to simplify problems and complicate solutions. But I have learned that, when we utilize the teachings of the Master, the solutions to even the most difficult of life’s challenges are usually basic and easy to implement.

Several years ago, while visiting in Florida, I talked with Frank Shorter, a world-class marathon athlete.

This creates hope for future, healthier conversations. Start small, have a plan, and decide on a couple of changes together. People don’t always know how to start this process, but they really like this idea! Schedule a time and then both people need to honor the plan.

This helps the couple feel they are working together to mend their differences, which reinforces their relationship. They find it to be eye-opening, beneficial, and helps create a conversation about their relationship. Before you get into any discussion, determine the emotional mood you are in and then communicate that to the other person.

Tonight I shall not address the mate-selection process except to say three things: First, obedience, brothers and sisters, is the sure cornerstone of happiness.

A boyfriend or girlfriend who does not have a wholesome respect for regulations during the dating process will often continue to break the rules after the word yes at the altar is spoken.

Also, men often put way too much pressure on themselves with saying the right words, when in reality, being intentional is what women desire from men.

Women want to be intentionally pursued, not someone to fill a man’s time with.

Some forums can only be seen by registered members.It will steer clear from the confusion, the worry, the stress and the mind games that come with not knowing.If someone isn’t making their intentions clear, odds are they may have different intentions or could be fearful in voicing it. Both involved can get blindsided simply because a lack of upfront communication. If more people said “I don’t date just to date,” I think we’d have fewer confused and tormented hearts.I know that communication in my marriage is not good. What would you consider, "if a couple can't talk about this, that and that" then communication in their relationship is in trouble? Even if we just chat about a show we like or recite lines from a show we like once in awhile, communication is always there. We both know our money situation even though he does the bills.Good communication has two parts: being able to say clearly and directly and plainly what you are thinking or feeling and being able to really listen and really hear what the other person is saying to you if a couple wants to improve their communication, it is good to get outside help like a counselor. Personally, my husband and I never lack in communication. He always fills me in on bills and what we have to spend for the month. I'm not sure about the bolded part in your statement. If something is bothering either one of us that the other person did, we have no problem discussing it.And that's especially hard during a "heated" conversation.Too many times we hear something and then are so wrapped up in forming our own rebuttal that we tune out of what's said after that. You should be able to discuss anything with each other and feel safe doing so.