Please complete the homework assignments indicated prior to each session. For workbook chapters, share and discuss your answers to the workbook questions with one another prior to the session, noting key differences, discoveries, and areas of concern.

Session 1: Growth and Strength Areas

Discover where your relationship excels, and where some work may be needed.

Homework: Complete Prepare/Enrich Assessment at least 24 hours before

Session 2: Influence of Family of Origin

Explore how you became the person you are, and how your family may have shaped your values, beliefs, and expectations about relationships and married life.

Homework: Chapter 2 and Chapter 5 (EXPRESS: Chapter 2)

Session 3: Communication

Communication is more than just talking. Learn new ways of communicating that reduce conflict and increase empathy and understanding.

Homework: Chapter 8; Take Love Language Quiz (EXPRESS: Chapter 3)

Session 4: Conflict Resolution

Learn strategies for minimizing conflict and overcoming roadblocks.

Homework: Chapter 9; Take Apology Language Quiz (EXPRESS: Chapter 4)

Session 5: Financial Management

Finances is a major source of conflict in marriage. Align your money attitudes, plans, and goals.

Homework: Chapter 7

Session 6: Marriage Expectations

Identify the showstoppers for your relationship, discuss a variety of “what ifs,” and explore expectations for intimacy and sex.

Homework: Chapter 10

Session 7: Parenting Style

Compare your assumptions and expectations for how you’ll approach parenting across a range of subject areas.

Homework: Chapter 12; (Chapter 11 if relevant)

Session 8: Roles & Responsibilities

Figure out who will be responsible for what, in a fair and constructive way.

Homework: Chapter 13; Chore List exercise