Fit To Be Tied Relationship Enrichment & Officiant Service

02/04/2026

Real Stuff

Honest and open communication help couples maintain realistic expectations about their relationship. Early in a relation, couples should take time to have honest discussions about what they want in a relationship such as mutual respect, values and spiritual beliefs, boundaries, leisure activities and much more. While these honest conversations can be tough for any couple, they help couples set realistic expectations so they can stay aligned with reality. Couples, always share your expectations openly and honestly, be yourself, flaws and all and remember, transparency is a step to building a genuine relationship connection. Be blessed as you continue your journey together. Dora the Relationship Coach

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01/20/2026

Real Stuff

Setting unrealistic expectations can put undo strain on your connection with your significant other. Social media, movies, books, magazines, and even your personal desires can obscure your perception of who your partner really is and even blind you to the truth about your relationship itself. Approaching your relationship in an honest and real way will help you focus on what is important such as long-term compatibility, shared values and the willingness to help each other grow individually and relationally. A relationship based on realistic expectations is strong, healthy and is composed of whole individuals who come together to share their lives as they support, respect and grow together as a team. Wishing you well as you continue your journey. Dora, The Relationship Coach.

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01/08/2026

Real Stuff
Couples have expectations about love and marriage that can powerfully affect their relationship. Are your expectations based on realities or fantasies? Do you approach your relationship realistically or idealistically. Realism is objective and you are both honest about your individual and relationship strengths, imperfections and challenges. Idealism is viewing your relationship in a socially desirable manner without acknowledging its imperfections, challenges and the need for growth. A healthy relationship begins with your recognition that although you have hopes and dreams, you accept the responsibility of standing together as a team, navigating imperfections, and resolving challenges with love, patience, respect and unity. Be blessed as you continue your journey together. Dora the Relationship Coach

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01/06/2026

Real Stuff
Are you realistic or idealistic about your relationship? Are you aware that all relationships have flaws, challenges, and areas of development and growth? All couples dream about getting married and living happily ever after, but to make your dream come true, you must base your expectations about your marriage on reality. Consider the following three common fantasies couples tend to believe:
• Time will resolve all our problems.
• Our relationship will remain the same forever.
• Love is the only thing we need for a great marriage.
Which of these statement have you been tempted to believe? More Real Stuff to come so stay tuned! Wishing you well, Dora the Relationship Coach

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year

Couples can always benefit from spending more time together. As you continue to strengthen your relationship in 2026, consider creating more time and space for each other. Talk about the ways you enjoyed spending time together in 2025 and make any adjustments necessary to make 2026 awesome. A short morning devotional together is a great way to start your day. Small adjustments to create quality time together will add spark to your relationship. Be blessed, Dora the Relationship Coach

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12/26/2025

Happy Belated Christmas. Praying you and your family enjoyed your time together. Be blessed and I will greet you in 2026.
Dora the Relationship Coach

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12/23/2025

Tuesday’s Nugget

Keep doing whatever you do to keep the sparkle in this holiday season. No matter what 2025 has brought and no matter what 2026 has in store for you and your significant other, remember to focus on the positive events and the life-changing lessons you learned. Take some time to pause and reflect on the many blessings you have this holiday season. You and your significant other can make a list of the happy meaningful events you shared in 2025. Think about the goals you met and the new adventures you shared. Count your blessings, name them one by one and you will be surprised what God has already done! Be blessed, Dora the Relationship Coach

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12/18/2025

Thursday’s Holiday Tip

To recap from Tuesday, keeping the sparkle in your relationship will require you to practice being fully present this holiday as you spend time with your significant other. Put your phone away more often over the holidays so you completely enjoy quality time with your significant other. Push your favorite sports or comedy show aside so you can be fully engaged playing board games or cuddling up in front of a warm fire. It’s also memorable to notice and savor small details of the season such as the smell of brownies baking, the sparkle of the star on the tree top, or the sound of laughter from across the room. After the holidays are gone, there will be many things to do and many places to go, but don’t forget to stop and embrace your significant other too! Being fully present when spending time with your special loved one is what puts the quality in quality time, it increases intimacy and it keeps your connection strong. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Dora the Relationship Coach

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12/16/2025

Tuesday's Nugget

If you are someone who loves holidays, put an extra spring in your step as you and your significant other sing along to your favorite Christmas tunes. As you overflow with holiday cheer, that cheerful attitude will carry over into your relationship as well. As you know, there’s something about the holidays that makes everything sparkle so don’t let that blissful feeling be temporary, carry it in your heart every day. Remember, in the blink of an eye, the holidays are gone and the sparkle will be packed away. To keep the sparkle in your relationship, to put the quality in your quality time together, to increase intimacy and keep your connection strong, practice being fully present this holiday as you spend time with your significant other. Do unto your significant other as you would have your significant other do unto you! Be blessed, Dora the Relationship Coach 💕

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12/11/2025

Welcome Thursday.

Hey couples, spice up this holiday by mixing a little classic romance with new adventures such as stuffing your significant other’s Christmas stocking with unexpected surprises. The surprises can be things you made with your very own hands. How about planning a surprise sensual experience like a spa day. You could also volunteer to help in a food kitchen, go on a holiday light tour or simply stay home and watch your favorite Christmas movie. Don’t forget to indulge in buttery popcorn and hot chocolate. Remember, you have options, but the decision to spice up this holiday season is totally up to you. Dora the Relationship Coach.

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12/09/2025

Tuesday’s Word of Encouragement

Let’s face it, the holiday season presents challenges for you and many other couples. These challenges can change the way you see your world, but are you focusing on what matters most? Finances may be tight and spare time may be limited, but are you counting your blessings one by one? I encourage you to spend time together and I encourage you to be grateful and appreciative of the moments you share that are irreplaceable. This holiday, give the most meaningful gift you can give your significant other, give the gift of your presence and your undivided attention. Find ways to stay connected, ways to be gentle and kind, and ways to show your love. Dora the Relationship Coach🥰

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12/04/2025

Thursday's Word of Encouragement

No matter how difficult the past few days has been, you and your spouse can purpose in your heart to make this holiday season unforgettable. If the two of you just look around, you will find many of life's little memorable treasures to be grateful for. Be blessed, stay safe, and smile as you and your spouse share intimate moments this holiday season. Continue your journey together!
Dora the Relationship Coach 💕

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