A husband in our KHS Community recently asked about staying hopeful through the sexual ups and downs in marriage. J and Chris share some ideas that can help you maintain hope.

Resources * Are You Bitter in Your Marriage? So Was I. * How Having Friends Is Good for Your Sex Life * Work on Yourself (Even if Your Husband Is the Problem) | Honeycomb & Spice * He Doesn't Care About Progress. He Just Wants Results. | The Forgiven Wife * Slow Progress: A Good Thing | The Forgiven Wife * How Growth Looks | The Forgiven Wife * Healthy Marriages Start with Healthy People - Hot, Holy & Humorous * Give Him the Gift of Happiness - Hot, Holy & Humorous (or give her) * Dealing with Discouragement | The Forgiven Wife * Get Rid of All Bitterness | The Forgiven Wife * The Magic Relationship Ratio, According to Science (gottman.com) * When My Marriage Seemed Hopeless, What Made Me Stay? - Hot, Holy & Humorous * "Treat people the same way you want them to treat you." Luke 6:31 (NASB)

This Week's Takeaway Keep a gratitude journal. Every day make note of a few things you're thankful for with your wife.