The secret to a good marriage is … talking. Lots and lots and lots of talking. Without proper communication, how would you know if your spouse is angry with you or just had a bad day at the office? Good marriages take work. Issues can build like water pressure in a plugged pipe. If the pressure continues to build, it will eventually explode. Fortunately, Military OneSource and military and family life non-medical counselors can help you learn effective communication and other skills before your relationship builds too much steam.
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Marriages are sort of like appliances. They require maintenance to keep them in good working order, but sometimes you can’t get there on your own. If conflicts with your spouse have your marriage caught in the spin cycle, get out of the cycle. Let confidential non-medical counselors help you sharpen your skills so you can balance military and married life. Non-medical counseling involves conversations with a counselor to help you both:
- Identify feelings or problems
- Talk about them
- Find ways to cope with them or solve them
You can conveniently access these professionals in your local community through Military OneSource and the Military and Family Life Counseling Program.
- Military OneSource offers free, non-medical counseling services via telephone, face to face or through secure, real-time video session or online chat. Counseling is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, no matter where you live or serve.
- Military and Family Life Counseling Program counselors provide free, confidential services in a flexible manner - around duty hours and on or off the installation. They're highly qualified, well-trained professionals who deliver valuable face-to-face counseling services to the military community.
These counseling professionals understand the unique challenges you face and they can help. Take it from those who know: a whopping 98 percent of people who used a military and family life counselor would do so again.
These resources are there for the taking. In fact, if you want to keep all your close relationships harmonious, get help from a family counseling professional through the Military and Family Life Counseling Program.
Any marriage can hit rough waters from time to time. Get back to smooth sailing. Schedule a free marriage counseling appointment by calling 800-342-9647 or visit Military OneSource 24/7/365. You can also find contact information for your closest military and family life counselor at MilitaryINSTALLATIONS.