Friendships are as varied and complex as intimate relationships and they require investment, commitment and care to thrive. Jess joined Jeff & Carolyn on Global TV’s The Morning Show to answer viewer questions about how to deal with strained friendships. Check out the video and notes below. My friend is not being cautious enough during […]
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This morning on Global TV’s The Morning Show, I join forces with Kelley Keehn to discuss the connection between finances and relationships. Check out my notes below, and don’t forget to watch the video segment! How should you start a financial conversation with your spouse? Start before the conflict arises. Talk about your financial values […]
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This morning on Global TV’s The Morning Show, Jess shared her insights on how the pandemic has affected weddings and marital satisfaction. Check out the rough transcript and tips below! You say that postponed weddings are having a mixed effect on couples, what are you seeing in terms of how couples are reacting? One one hand, there […]
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The findings from decades of studies have suggested that a happy marriage makes for a happy life. Married folks report higher well-being than those who are single, divorced or widowed and data connects marriage with emotional, social and health benefits including longer lifespans and lower levels of anxiety, depression and distress. But new research out […]
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Last week, we enjoyed a few days in Niagara on the Lake and the Beamsville Bench and this week we’re heading to Norfolk County and Ottawa. Now that we’re grounded, road trips are becoming the norm. For some, a road trip is far less stressful than flying, but most couples and families find that tension […]
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