Homework
- Read Chapter 3 on Fostering Equality and Unity
- Think about (maybe jot down) some concepts from our class so far that have been useful to you or your relationship.
- Have a conversation about the value you place on the role you and your partner play. For example, what does it mean to you that your partner goes to work every day? What does it mean to you that your partner stays home with the children?
- Are you controlling? Think about how you have attempted to control your partner and make a list of ways that you have tried to get your way. Have you tried shaming? sulking? withdrawing? insulting? criticism? contempt?
Class Topics
Tonight we talked about how marriage allows us to combine two lives to be more whole. We have the opportunity to experience richer fulfillment when we work together to accomplish our goals.
We took a short quiz about who decides. The link is here. If there were areas of disagreement, make a point of having a conversation about your differences.
Here is a link to the equality survey. This is another opportunity to notice and discuss differences you and your partner have or perceive regarding how responsibilities are shared. Take the time to have the conversations needed to increase unity and mutual respect.
