Welcome to our Marriage War and Peace blog for May!

This month, immerse yourself in an exploration focused entirely on your Truth in the Name of Love. From personal reflections and practical tips, join in on a journey to renew and rediscover the incredible woman within you, nurturing a sense of balance and fulfillment.

What do I mean by Truth in the Name of Love?

It's a phrase I've come up with that refers to embracing who you are and how you know yourself to be. It’s an inner truth that’s aligned with your core values and guided by the principles of love and compassion. 

Embracing your Truth in the Name of Love means prioritizing self-awareness and integrity in your thoughts, words, and actions. This will ultimately lead to greater fulfillment, connection, and harmony in your life and rmarriage.

Doesn't that sound like a beautiful way to live?

In this month’s article, we’ll focus on:

• Jeff and Diana’s Truth in the Name of Love

• 4 fun inner self activities

• The Gifts of Imperfection

What’s Your Truth in the Name of Love?

Each couple I work with is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to helping them discover their Truth in the Name of Love. 

So, when I start working with a new battle-weary couple, I tell them my golden rule:

As long as it's your truth and as long as it's loving, we can work with that because that is your combined Truth in the Name of Love.

Usually, when I say this, they look at me in disbelief. 

"That's it?" Jeff asked.

"Yes."

"Are you saying that we're free to come up with any truth that works for us as long as it fits within those parameters?" asked Diana.

"As long as it's your truth," I reiterate, "and not some other truth you're trying to make fit or work for you, yes. That's why you're here — to discover what that truth is."

Watching battle-weary couples shed the weight of societal expectations and past grievances to authentically express their love is truly transformative. And when they start speaking their truths to each other lovingly and respectfully, what generally emerges is something unexpected. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes of marital discord, the new love rising then becomes their shared Truth in the Name of Love. 

So, ladies, what's your Truth in the Name of Love?

Four Fun Activities

Since you’ll never know how you’ll find your Truth in the Name of Love, here are four fun activities you can incorporate this month to increase your inner awareness:

1. Intuitive Writing
   
   Access the wisdom of your inner self by engaging in intuitive writing. Light a candle, take several deep breaths to center yourself, then start asking your inner self questions. Then write down what she has to say. 

2. Self-Care Bingo
   
   Create a self-care bingo card with various activities that nurture your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Each day, close your eyes and put your finger on one of the squares. Then, have fun completing what it says to do.
   

3. Inner Self Vision Board Creation:
   
   Create an external vision board that reflects your inner self’s vision aspirations and dreams. Use images, words, and symbols to visualize your Truth in the Name of Love that will remind you of your inner knowing. 

4. Gratitude Jar:
   
   Start a gratitude jar and make it a daily practice this month to write down things you're grateful for, big or small. At the end of each day, place a note in the jar expressing gratitude for something that brought joy, comfort, or meaning to your day.
   

Helpful Resource

If you're interested in creating a deeper connection with your Truth in the Name of Love, I recommend Brené Brown’s book The Gifts of Imperfection. 

Resource Link

The Gifts of Imperfection

Join the Conversation

Join the conversation and inspire others by sharing the activities you do to nurture your inner self in the comments below. Let's uplift each other on the journey of self-discovery and our Truth in the Name of Love! 

Here’s to finding your Truth in the Name of Love this month.