Our grandparents had kokooko, family witnesses, and real accountability before a relationship began. We traded all of that for secrecy and called it freedom. A plain word to young Ghanaians about naming your relationship to someone who can ask the hard questions.
Let me tell you something many couples will not say out loud. There is a secret bank account hiding in plenty marriages in this country. A husband who hides his bonus. A wife who keeps a susu her husband knows nothing about. A side account at a different bank, opened quietly, fed quietly, guarded like […]
Most marriages do not die from shouting. They die from silence. Let me say it plainly. The couple that fights loudly often has more hope than the couple that has stopped talking. Noise means there is still something to fight for. Silence means somebody has given up. I have watched this happen too many times. […]
Introduction Single motherhood can bring about unique challenges and, in some cases, unintentionally contribute to negative effects on a son’s future marriage. While single mothers play an important role in raising their children, it’s crucial to acknowledge the potential hurdles that may arise. In this article, we delve into the negative effects of single motherhood […]
Introduction Marriage is often portrayed as a beautiful union of love and companionship. However, there are times when the realities of married life deviate from these idealised notions and manifest as a caricature of marriage. A caricature marriage is marked by exaggerated roles, unattainable expectations, and a distorted sense of partnership. In this article, we […]
Honouring one’s mother and father is a concept emphasised in several passages of the Bible, particularly in the Ten Commandments. The specific instructions for honouring parents can be found in Exodus 20:12 and Deuteronomy 5:16: Exodus 20:12 (New International Version): “Honour your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land […]
Every marriage goes through some accidents which may require some repairs to be done. These repairs are essential to keep the marriage alive. We cannot ignore these repairs which are supposed to be a continuous thing and make the marriage work. Now, let’s talk about the six (6) repairs for marriages. Be Ready to Apologise […]
Relationships thrive on some important ingredients. These ingredients are essential to make the relationship survive the test of time. Some of these ingredients include love, faithfulness, MONEY, empathy, forgiveness, responsibility, and others. Without money, all the other ingredients may survive but will struggle. The issue of money in relationships is important. Money can purchase some […]
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