It’s a question I’ve asked myself a thousand times. Why is my husband so mean to me but nice to everyone else? It doesn’t make any sense and it hurts more than anything. He’s the one person who is supposed to love and care for me, but instead, he treats me like I’m nothing. I…
No one gets married expecting to get divorced, but unfortunately, it is a reality for many people. If you find yourself in the midst of a divorce, you may be wondering how long it will take to recover. The answer is that there is no definitive answer. Everyone heals at their own pace and there…
It’s a question we’ve all asked ourselves at one point or another: can I sue someone for wasting my time? The answer, unfortunately, is usually no. Time is a precious commodity, and when someone wastes our time, it can feel like a personal affront. But the law doesn’t usually recognize this as a valid reason…
In some cases, when a married couple is facing a divorce, the judge may order the couple to attend marriage counseling. The goal of this counseling is to help the couple resolve their differences and hopefully save their marriage. While attending counseling sessions with a licensed therapist is not legally required, the judge may order…
A protection order is a legal order issued by a state court that requires one person to stop harming or threatening another person. The order can also require the abusive person to stay away from the victim and forbid contact by any means, including in-person, telephone, mail, email, or social media. Violation of a protection…
When you hear the word “marriage,” what do you think? For many people, marriage is a sacred institution that involves two people making a lifelong commitment to each other. But what if I told you that there’s another kind of marriage—a spiritual one? Spiritual marriage is not between two people; it’s between you and God….
In our culture, the word “marriage” has become synonymous with a legal contract between a man and a woman. But what if marriage was about so much more than that? What if it was about two people coming together not just physically, but spiritually as well? Spiritual marriage is not about a piece of paper…
If you think your husband may have filed for divorce, there are a few ways to find out for sure. First, check with your local county courthouse to see if any divorce filings have been made in your name. If you share joint bank accounts or other financial accounts, check to see if any documents…
If you are the subject of a restraining order, it is important to know that this may show up on your background check. A restraining order is a court-ordered protection against someone who has threatened or harmed you. If the person named in the restraining order violates the terms, they may be arrested and charged…
I married my husband six months ago, and ever since then, he has been miserable. I can’t figure out why he’s so unhappy all the time. He used to be such a happy, outgoing person before we got married. Now it seems like all he does is complain about everything. I’ve tried talking to him…
Making a joint bank account with your significant other is a big step in your relationship. It can be a great way to manage finances and build financial security together. Navy Federal Credit Union offers a variety of checking and savings account options for couples. Here’s what you need to know about how to make…
Dating after a divorce can be difficult. You may have been married for many years and then suddenly find yourself single again. It can be hard to know how long to wait before dating again. There are no hard and fast rules, but there are some things you should keep in mind before you start…