Expectations in Marriage

One of the biggest challenges in any marriage is the management of expectations. Many of us enter relationships, expecting—or hoping--that the other person’s actions, attitudes and communications will enhance our lives. Recent research is showing that our expectations about marriage have increased in recent decades, while the time that people invest in their marriages has decreased. Dr. Dianne Grande is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in teaching couples how to manage conflict, and in helping them realize their potential as a team.