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08/12/2025

08/12/2025

25 WAYS TO ENJOY YOUR RELATIONSHIP

© Samuel Olagbenjo

1. 📍Make your relationship a priority: Make time for each other, actively engage in shared activities, and demonstrate that the relationship is a top priority.

2. 📍Commit to spending some quality time together regularly. Do something new together. Shared experiences can reignite that spark. Trying something new, like going to a new restaurant, visiting a place you have not been to before, or taking a dance class, can make you feel butterflies again.
Believe me, nothing strengthens relationships more than stepping outside of one another's comfort zones.

3. 📍Stay connected through communication: Good communication is an important part of all relationships and is an essential part of any healthy partnership. All relationships have ups and downs, but a healthy communication style can make it easier to deal with conflict and build a stronger and healthier partnership.

4. 📍Be a good listener.
Listen to your partner. Put aside your own thoughts for the time being and try to understand their intentions, feelings, needs and wants (this is called empathy). Keep comfortable eye contact. Face your partner – don’t sit or stand sideways. Sit or stand on the same level to avoid looking up to or down on the other person. Let your partner speak without interruption. Show genuine attention and interest.

5. 📍Make Plans for the Future.
Planning for the future is integral in creating a strong and lasting relationship. There are many reasons why planning your future can strengthen a relationship, a primary one being how it brings partners together.

6. 📍 Respect each other
Respect is the oxygen of marriage. Speak kindly, listen attentively, and value your spouse’s opinions, even when you disagree. Mutual respect strengthens love.

7. 📍 Be patient with each other
Nobody is perfect. Your spouse will have weaknesses just like you do. Patience gives room for growth, learning, and healing in marriage.

8. 📍 Avoid repeating attitudes that annoy each other
If you know something bothers your partner, don’t keep doing it intentionally. Love considers the other person’s feelings and makes adjustments.

9. 📍 Learn how to respectfully resolve conflict
Conflicts are normal, but how you handle them determines the health of your marriage. Choose calm words, avoid insults, and focus on finding solutions rather than proving who is right.

10. 📍 Don’t drag old arguments into the mix. Forgive and move on
Carrying old offenses into new discussions only deepens wounds. Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself and your spouse. Let go and start afresh.

11. 📍 Be kind to each other. Love is kind
Acts of kindness—whether small or big—make your marriage blossom. A gentle word, a smile, or a thoughtful act can heal more than you imagine.

12. 📍 Pray for and with each other
Prayer unites hearts. Couples who pray together build a strong spiritual bond and invite God’s presence into their home.

13. 📍 Never abu$e the emotions of each other
Don’t play with your spouse’s feelings or use love as a weapon. Emotional abu$e breaks trust. Instead, protect each other’s hearts and nurture your love.

14. 📍 Support each other’s goals and dreams
Marriage is a partnership. Your spouse’s vision should not scare you but inspire you. Stand by them, cheer them on, and contribute where you can. When you support each other’s dreams, both of you win.

15. 📍 Care for one another. Love cares
Love is not just spoken—it is shown. Check on each other’s health, feelings, and daily struggles. Simple acts of care, like cooking, listening, or even a warm hug, keep the bond alive.

16. 📍 Protect each other from sin
One of the greatest gifts in marriage is helping each other stay faithful to God. Correct each other lovingly, pray together, and avoid situations that could lead either of you into temptation.

17. 📍 Appreciate each other
Never take your spouse for granted. Appreciate the little things—whether it’s a meal cooked, bills paid, or simply being present. Appreciation fuels affection.

18. 📍 Inspire, motivate, and encourage each other to grow and be successful
Push each other to become the best version of yourselves. Be your spouse’s number one fan, celebrating progress and speaking life over their dreams.

19. 📍 Speak each other’s love language
Some people feel loved through words, others through gifts, quality time, acts of service, or touch. Learn what makes your spouse feel loved, and speak it daily.

20. 📍 Say sorry when you’re wrong
Apologies heal wounds. Don’t let pride destr0y peace in your home. A sincere “I’m sorry” restores love and strengthens trust.

21. 📍Embrace your differences. Regularly recognize your complementary strengths and weaknesses, and appreciate what each of you brings to the relationship. Show the other person you value their perspective.

22. 📍Be affectionate and show appreciation

23. 📍Do things together that benefit others

24. 📍Be faithful to each other

25. 📍Give generously to each other.

May the Lord grant you understanding.

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© Samuel Olagbenjo
Marriage/Family Therapist | Best-Selling Author | Publisher | Book Project Consultant | Book Editor | Ghostwriter | Founder, Marital Success Academy

08/12/2025

LADIES, 12 FIRST-DATE MISTAKES THAT CAN MAKE YOU LOSE A GOOD MAN

@ Samuel Olagbenjo

First dates are not marriage proposals. They’re simply an opportunity to get to know someone better in a relaxed, respectful setting. But too often, ladies unknowingly send the wrong signals or make preventable mistakes.

As a professional marriage therapist, here are 12 practical first date DON'Ts to help you make a great impression—without compromising your dignity.

1. 📍Don’t Offload Your Financial Problems
When he says, “Tell me about yourself,” he doesn’t mean, “List your debts.” A first date is not a fundraising dinner. Keep personal burdens private until real trust is established.

2. 📍Don’t Eat Like You’re on a Hunger Mission
If you're extremely hungry, eat something light at home. Ordering food for five people (plus takeaway) just because he said “Order what you want” shows poor discretion. You’re here to connect, not consume.

3. 📍Don’t Overshare Too Soon
Guard your personal information. You don’t owe anyone your trauma history, family secrets, or ex drama on day one. Reveal who you are with wisdom and balance.

4. 📍Don’t Give Off Desperate Vibes
Avoid phrases like “My baby,” “My own,” or “I know you’re the one God sent to me” on the first date. Sis, breathe. You just met. Don’t chase him away with premature attachment.

5. 📍Don’t Start Acting Like You’re Already His Wife
You're not yet in a relationship. Don’t assume authority or entitlement. Calling him pet names or imagining wedding colors on the first outing may scare him off.

6. 📍Don’t Overspend His Wallet with Entitlement
Yes, it’s okay for him to pay—but don’t go out trying to exploit his generosity. Class is in how little you demand, not how much you can collect. Let your modesty speak louder than your appetite.

7. 📍Don’t Be Glued to Your Phone
Be present. Scrolling through Instagram or picking up calls every two minutes shows disrespect. Put your phone aside. The most attractive women are fully engaged and attentive.

8. 📍Don’t Dress Indecently
Presentation matters. Don’t overdress seductively or underdress carelessly. Dress modestly, beautifully, and comfortably. Let your elegance speak before your words do.

9. 📍Don’t Lose Your Identity to Impress Him
Don’t fake interests just to win his approval. Be confident in who you are. If you love books, say it. If you’re not into football, don’t pretend. Authenticity is magnetic.

10. 📍Don’t Talk Endlessly About Exes and Heartbreaks
It’s not the time to narrate how your ex broke your heart into pieces. You’ll come off as emotionally unavailable or still stuck in the past. Heal privately, date wisely.

11. 📍Don’t Try to Define the Relationship Too Early
You don’t need to ask, “So where is this going?” on the first date. It’s too soon. Let the process unfold naturally. Desperation is never attractive—discernment is.

12. 📍Don’t Use ‘Being Yourself’ as an Excuse for Carelessness
Yes, be yourself—but also be your best self. Confidence is attractive, but rudeness, carelessness, and entitlement aren’t. Represent Christ well and show maturity.

📍Final Word:

Dear sister, a first date is not an opportunity to prove your worth—it’s a moment to be graceful, observant, and wise. Carry yourself with dignity, enjoy the conversation, listen well, smile often, and let your value speak without shouting.

You’re not just a woman—you are a daughter of the King. Act like it.

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© Samuel Olagbenjo
Marriage/Family Therapist | Best-Selling Author | Publisher | Book Project Consultant | Book Editor | Ghostwriter | Founder, Marital Success Academy

08/12/2025

“BROTHERS, READ THIS BEFORE TAKING YOUR CRUSH ON A DATE” 😎❤️💕

How to Make a Great First Impression Without Ruining Your Chances

© Samuel Olagbenjo

As a marriage therapist, I’ve seen how first dates can either open the door to a lasting connection—or close it permanently. If you’re preparing for a date, especially your first with a lady, here are some practical guidelines to help you get it right:

1. 📍Prepare Financially and Give Thoughtfully.

Don’t take her out if you’re not ready financially. Choose a decent eatery, not the nearest roadside joint. Also, bring a thoughtful gift to appreciate her for honoring your invitation—it could be a book, a fragrance, or something simple but meaningful.

2. 📍Pay Attention to Your Hygiene and Appearance

Looking and smelling good is non-negotiable. Dress neatly, wear a clean shirt, polish your shoes, and spray something nice. Don’t show up looking like you just rolled out of bed. Presentation matters.

3.📍The Goal Is Connection, Not Interrogation:
The first date is for relaxing, laughing, and connecting—not for launching a full-blown investigation into her past, present, and future. This isn’t a police interview. The purpose is to know her better, relax, laugh, and enjoy each other’s company. Let the conversation flow—don’t force it.
Save the heavy conversations for later. Take your time.

4. 📍Ask, But Don’t Overwhelm
It’s okay to ask about her family, hobbies, interests, or career—but keep it light. Don’t turn the date into a job interview or cross-examination. Give her space to express herself comfortably.

5. 📍Avoid Intrusive Questions
Don’t ask questions that are too personal too soon. It’s disrespectful to ask about her body, virginity, or insecurities on a first date (or even fifth!). Emotional safety is key—let trust grow naturally.

6. 📍Share as Much as You Ask
If you’re asking her questions, be willing to share about yourself too. Don’t make her feel like she’s under the spotlight while you’re hiding behind a wall.

7. 📍Don’t Monopolize the Conversation
This is not a stand-up comedy show. Let her talk. A date should be a two-way conversation, not a 4-hour speech. Don’t be a “Talkative Tony.” A woman wants to feel heard, not lectured.

8. 📍Keep the Ex Out of It
Talking about your ex on a first date is a major turn-off. It’s not group therapy. Let sleeping exes lie. You’re here to start something new—not mourn the past.

9. 📍Mind Your Boundaries
Keep your hands to yourself. A first date is not a physical conquest. Don’t make her uncomfortable by invading her personal space. Respect earns trust.

10. 📍Be Fully Present
Put your phone away. Silence it. Turn off your data if needed. Scrolling through social media or replying to chats during a date shows disinterest. Be in the moment—with her.

11. 📍Let Fun Lead the Way
Laugh, crack clean jokes, enjoy the food or drinks, and help her feel relaxed. Keep the atmosphere light and friendly. You’re not only building romance—you’re building friendship.

12. 📍Create a Safe and Positive Memory
A good first date sets the tone for everything else. Let her walk away feeling respected, heard, and valued—not drained or disrespected. When the foundation is right, the building lasts.

Final Thought:
Your first date is not just about impressing her—it’s about connecting. Treat her with honor and dignity. And maybe, just maybe, you’ll both look back and smile at how it all began.

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© Samuel Olagbenjo
Marriage/Family Therapist | Best-Selling Author | Publisher | Book Project Consultant | Book Editor | Ghostwriter | Founder, Marital Success Academy

08/12/2025

“Foods That Heal: What Every Family Must Add to Their Diet”

Your body is only as healthy as the foods you feed it. If you want vibrant energy, strong immunity, balanced hormones, and a clear mind then you must be intentional about what goes on your plate.

Here are the must-have foods your diet should never lack:

1. Leafy Greens (Spinach, Ugu, Kale, Bitterleaf)

These are your body’s natural medicine cabinet.
They are loaded with vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, antioxidants, and fiber that detoxify your system, balance hormones, and support heart health.

Add them to soups, smoothies, stir-fries, or omelets.

2. Cruciferous Vegetables (Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower)

They help the liver break down toxins, balance estrogen, support weight loss, and prevent inflammation.
If you struggle with hormonal imbalance, acne, fibroids, or irregular cycles, you need more of these.

3. Healthy Fats (Avocado, Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Nuts, Seeds)

Your hormones depend on healthy fats to function well.
They support your brain, reduce inflammation, keep you full, and help the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).

Snack on nuts, add seeds to pap or smoothies, or drizzle olive oil on your meals.

4. High-Quality Protein (Beans, Eggs, Fish, Chicken, Lentils)

Protein is the building block of your muscles, skin, blood, and immune system.
It stabilizes blood sugar levels, boosts metabolism, reduces cravings, and provides long-lasting energy.

Make sure there’s a protein source in every meal.

5. Whole Grains (Millet, Oats, Brown Rice)

They give slow, steady energy, not sugar spikes.
They are rich in fiber which supports gut health, weight control, and heart health.

Choose whole grains over processed "white" foods.

6. Fermented Foods (Yoghurt, Kefir, Local fermented pap, Ogi, Sauerkraut)

Your gut needs healthy bacteria.
Fermented foods improve digestion, reduce bloating, boost immunity, improve mood, and support hormonal balance.

Aim for at least one fermented food daily.

7. Colorful Fruits (Berries, Oranges, Pineapple, Apple, Watermelon)

Each color comes with its own powerful antioxidants that fight inflammation and oxidative stress.
They support radiant skin, strong immunity, and heart health.

Eat fruits, don’t drink them as juice.

8. Herbs & Spices (Turmeric, Ginger, Garlic, Cloves, Cinnamon)

These are natural anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting powerhouses.
They fight infections, improve circulation, support detoxification, and protect your organs.

Use them daily in meals, teas, or blends.

9. Water — The Most Important of All

Dehydration is the root of many issues: headaches, fatigue, constipation, dull skin, poor digestion.
Stay hydrated. Your body needs water to function well.

A healthy body doesn’t happen by chance, it happens by choice.
Start adding these foods intentionally and watch your energy rise, your skin glow, your digestion improve, and your overall wellness transform.

© Omolola Olagbenjo

08/12/2025

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