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For Strong Marriage & Family.
thoughts on anything & everything
related to dating, engagement and marriage
Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute
Nov 16, 20171 min read
There are NO RULES in Shiduchim - 5
What to do when you consistently get “it’s not shayach”? There are several things that might be happening.
Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute
Nov 16, 20171 min read
There are NO RULES in Shiduchim - 4
What to do when you receive a “it’s not shayach”?
Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute
Nov 16, 20172 min read
There are NO RULES in Shiduchim- 3
How to tell the shadchan that you do not want to pursue the suggestion? There are several things to consider.
Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute
Nov 16, 20172 min read
There are NO RULES in Shiduchim - 2
If you have an idea for a shiduch, who should you approach first – the family or advocate of the young man or woman? It depends. There are
by Devora Krasnianski
Nov 16, 20171 min read
There are NO RULES in Shiduchim - 1
Though it may be easier to have a clear set of guidelines, there really are no rules when it comes to shiduchim.
Devora Krasnianski
Nov 7, 20171 min read
The Gentle Art of In Law Relationships
Studies have shown that in-law relations are a key determinant of marital happiness, and sometimes a factor in divorces. Mother-in-law...
by Devora Krasnianski
Oct 31, 20174 min read
Privacy or Secrecy?
Withholding information from each other -is that privacy or secrecy.
Devora Krasnianski
Oct 31, 20174 min read
Do spouses have to share everything?
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute based on a conversation with Dr. Elka Pinson Q: I am asking this on behalf of my...
by Devora Krasnianski
Sep 25, 20176 min read
Plan together for a meaningful and relaxed Yom Kippur
It may not be the easiest day of the year; with advance planning and a 'can do' attitude, both the mother and father can have a mean
Devora Krasnianski
Sep 25, 20175 min read
Plan together for a meaningful and relaxed Yom Kippur
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute For adults, Yom Kippur is a day of fasting and davening. Obviously, this it is...
Devora Krasnianski
Sep 11, 20173 min read
Your shiduch ‘wishlist’
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute This very comprehensive list from lubavitchsingles.com lays out 20+ qualities and...
by Devora Krasnianski
Sep 11, 20173 min read
Your shiduch 'wishlist'
As you work through a list of qualities that you absolutely must have in a spouse, it is also important to state to yourself WHY that is so
Devora Krasnianski
Aug 21, 20175 min read
Getting parents & adult children on the same page
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute In our frum communities, most shidduchim are set up with the assistance and advocacy...
by Devora Krasnianski
Aug 3, 20173 min read
Before committing to marriage: How well do you know each other?
When meeting someone for shiduchim purposes, it is important to know what you ought to know about each other and the relationship before...
Devora Krasnianski
Aug 3, 20173 min read
How well do you know the other person
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute When meeting someone for shiduchim purposes, it is important to know what you ought...
Devora Krasnianski
Jul 19, 20173 min read
Perspectives about Benny’s day off
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute What to do on Benny’s day off? The background: Benny has long days. He awakes at...
Devora Krasnianski
Jun 26, 20175 min read
How Much Truth to Share If Someone Calls You about a Shiduch?
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute (based on Chofetz Chaim and Be’er Mayim Chayim) You get that shiduch research phone...
Devora Krasnianski
Jun 25, 20172 min read
Letting your Spouse Know you Feel Enriched by Them
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute There are words of compliments, appreciation and gratitude. And then there is showing...
Devora Krasnianski
Jun 23, 20173 min read
Some ways to improve your marriage — with little help from your spouse
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute Systems Theory 101 states that a change in one part of the system leads to changes in...
Devora Krasnianski
Jun 22, 20171 min read
A Vocabulary of Emotions
by Devora Krasnianski, founder of Adai Ad Institute In expressing feelings, it is helpful to use words that refer to the specific...
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