1. Basic Relaxation Exercise. 2. Quick Relaxation Exercise. 3. Relax Away Negative Thoughts. 4. Relax Before Talking Together. 5. The Wise Place Exercise. 6. Work Focused Relaxation. (PREP Educational Products, Inc. – a curriculum resource).
Weiner Davis outlines a solution-oriented seven-step program for managing marital problem. Using anecdotes and in-depth case studies, she illustrates practical ways for marriage partners to: avoid the “”divorce trap””; identify specific marriage-saving goals; move beyond ineffective, hurtful ways of interacting; become an expert on “”doing what works””; overcome infidelity, depression, sexual problems, and midlife crises. […]
This is a presentation given by Dr. Scott Stanley at a Sweet Hearts Weekend retreat in 2004. Scott delivers a message on understanding the importance and role of commitment in a relationship. (PREP curriculum resource)
This Leader’s Guide provides step by step instructions for learning the Marriage Breakthrough Program, as well as planning, marketing, and conducting a seminar. A curriculum resource. (Author abstract)
The Montage DVD is a collection of interviews of everyday people who are asked to answer questions about marriage and relationships. The Montage DVD is written into the Within Our Reach curriculum, but can also be used by other PREP curriculums as a tool to reinforce, and generate discussions about the key themes that are […]
This Leader’s Manual has been designed to help leaders conduct an effective marriage enrichment workshop. The manual contains an overview of the program format and issues that leaders should be aware of. Some of the key components in Section I include: how to recruit and form a group; training guidelines, how to organize the setting, […]
Rules for the Speaker: Speak for yourself, don’t mind read!; Keep statements brief; Don’t go on and on; Stop to let the listener paraphrase. Rules for the Listener: Paraphrase what you hear; Focus on the speaker’s message; Don’t rebut. Rules for Both: The speaker has the floor; Speaker keeps the floor while the listener paraphrases; […]
1. The Path of the Strong; 2. Communication; 3. Conflict Resolution; 5. Managing Finances; 6. Spiritual Beliefs; 7. Sexual Relationship; 8. Mapping Your Couple Relationship; 9. Children and Parenting; 10. Personal, Couple, and Family Goals. Part of the Empowering Couples curriculum. (Author abstract)
Rules for the Speaker: Speak for yourself, don’t mind read!; Keep statements brief; Don’t go on and on; Stop to let the listener paraphrase. Rules for the Listener: Paraphrase what you hear; Focus on the speaker’s message; Don’t rebut. Rules for Both: The speaker has the floor; Speaker keeps the floor while the listener paraphrases; […]
This book helps couples to explore the stages of self-discovery, friendship, relationship building, and marriage. Can be adapted to a curriculum. (Author abstract)