Class Objectives:

• To understand the decision making process in a marriage.
• To discuss the role of each spouse in the decision making process.
• To identify the amount of time available for relationships.
• To recognize principles for establishing healthy in-law relationships.
• To review successful marriages.

Equipment and Supplies Needed:

• Computer and projector for power point presentation
• Yes/No Activity Signs for each individual
• Copies of:
  • Marriage…A Daily Affair Class Notes
  • What Do You Think?
  • Slices of Time
  • Married and Loving It Post-test
  • Evaluation Form
• Nametags and Pencils
• Attendance Roster

Outline:

Review homework - The Ten step Procedure for Resolving Conflict: Start with a minor issue in your relationship you have not been able to resolve and use the ten-step model to work toward resolution.

Lecture: Use PowerPoint slides 1-10

Handout: “What Do You Think?”

Lecture: Use PowerPoint slides 11-13

Lecture: Use PowerPoint slides 14-17

Handout: “ Slices of Time”

Lecture: Use PowerPoint slides 18-36

Evaluation: Distribute post test and evaluation

Conclusion: Use PowerPoint slides 37 – 38 to recap the program and encourage the participants to be “Married and Loving It”

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