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Families are in crisis this back-to-school season

Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Samara Smyer

Samara Smyer is a Content Producer Intern in the Marriage department at Focus on the Family.

A photo of two couples sitting in a circle, holding hands in prayer. Before you mentor a young couple, it can be helpful to understand their thinking and attitudes to best serve them.

How to Mentor a Young Couple Successfully

The Bible exhorts married couples to come alongside others to help them in their relationships. Here are some tips to help you mentor younger couples.

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Add Thankfulness to Your Anniversary Traditions

Making reflection and thankfulness a part of your annual anniversary traditions can greatly strengthen your marriage.

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When Your Friends Don’t Like Your Husband

Learning the best way to handle criticism when your friends don’t like your husband can be difficult, but may be necessary.

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Living With In-Laws

Living with in-laws can strongly affect your relationship with your spouse, either positively or negatively.

A young couple shares a joyful moment as the man presents an engagement ring in a small red box, symbolizing the “ring by spring” tradition.

The Pressures Surrounding ‘Ring by Spring’

As if finding the “perfect” spouse isn’t stressful enough, the pressure surrounding “ring by spring” can add an extra dose of anxiety.