Wait a minute. Our seven-word formula says, “Be kind, don’t panic, and have faith.” And I (Bruce) go around claiming that it’s the faith part that heals people. So what does that mean? In this episode of our Couples Therapy in Seven Words podcast, we pick up on some reviewer comments, and some questions from […]
Can Love and Passion Endure at Any Age?
Can love and passion endure at any age? Myra and Seth Barovick are living proof that they can! In this Couples Therapy in Seven Words podcast episode, we interview Myra and Seth about life, love, and family. Send in your questions: email us at bruce@brucechalmer.com, or just visit brucechalmer.com. We’d love to hear from you! And let […]
Can This Royal Marriage Survive?
Special Purim episode of Couples Therapy in Seven Words: Can this royal marriage be saved? We interview Vashti and Achashverosh (warning: they prove to be a difficult couple!).
Check Out Our New Podcast!
We’ve launched a new podcast! It’s called Couples Therapy in Seven Words. I’ve teamed up with my wife, educator Judy Alexander, to tell you what you need to know about relationships, and answer your questions. In the first episode, Judy and I introduce the seven-word formula, talk about how couples’ needs for stability and intimacy […]
Couples Counseling Chuckle (Guest Post)
Thanks to Dave Chafetz for passing this along (he saw it on Reddit) After 35 years of marriage, a husband and wife came for counseling. When asked what the problem was, the wife went into a tirade listing every problem they had ever had in the years they had been married. On and on and […]
Tips for Taking Your Relationship to the Next Level When You’re Stuck at Home – Guest Post
Thanks to Julie Morris for this post! If you and your significant other are experiencing a new normal, here’s the good news: it can turn out to be a great thing. Yes, making adjustments and getting used to major changes in your routine is challenging. But by taking steps together, you can learn to thrive […]
Book Launch Party – You’re Invited! 3/30/20 at 8:00 PM on Facebook Live
We’re having a party to celebrate the publication of Dr. Chalmer’s new book, Reigniting the Spark: Why Stable Couples Lose Intimacy, and How to Get It Back. And you’re invited! It’s on Monday, March 30, at 8:00 PM on Facebook Live. Here’s the event link. Join us! I’ll do some short readings, we’ll do some […]
I’ve stopped drinking. Should I go to a New Year’s party with my husband’s hard-drinking college friends?
Lexi writes: I’m 26 years old, married for two years to a wonderful man. We’ve been invited to a New Year’s Party with his old gang of college friends. Most of us are coming in from different states. I’ve come to love his friends like brothers and sisters, but they are a pretty partying bunch, […]
My Boyfriend is Overwhelmed with Parenting. Is this a Deal-Breaker?
Traci writes: Greetings Dr. Chalmer, This morning, as I lay in bed, dreading the day (or weekend) ahead of me, I decided to google “help with a troubled relationship” and your YouTube channel came up. I made some coffee, grabbed a journal and pen and listened to all your videos and took some notes! Thank […]
After 40 Years of Marriage, Can We Get Past All the Hurt?
Belle writes: My husband and I have been married for 40 years. In the past 40 years we have been at odds with each other over many things that could have ripped us apart but we have kept trying. We hurt each other so much that now the wounds are getting deeper and not so […]