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Some Problems Don’t Need Solving
Have you ever been in a conversation where one partner starts complaining, and the other one comes up with a brilliant solution – only to...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Aug 5, 20131 min read
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Then What IS it about?
Note: this post was originally posted AFTER the one above it in the blog. It makes more sense that way, but somehow got messed up and had...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Jul 23, 20131 min read
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Getting Hurt in a Relationship
A very important note about those little hurts we all experience from time to time. #marriage #relationships

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Jul 7, 20131 min read
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What to Expect When You’re Expecting
This is actually not about pregnancy, but I thought it was a catchy title to use. This is about the expectations we have of our...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Jun 13, 20131 min read
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Anger Management
Here’s a useful suggestion for how to handle those high-intensity moments in a more productive way. #marriage #relationships

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
May 24, 20131 min read
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More on Communication
Another handy tip for making relationships work. Check it out. #marriage #relationships

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Apr 28, 20131 min read
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Food!
This tip is a winner. One of my favorites. I know that some people disagree with this perspective, but I think it’s pretty useful. Feel...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Apr 20, 20131 min read
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To This Day
I found this poem/video very moving. It speaks volumes about the lasting effects that our relationships with others can have....

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Apr 11, 20131 min read
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Fixing Your Relationships
You know those times when your significant other does something particularly irritating? And you point it out, and you are clearly...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Apr 3, 20131 min read
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You and "I" and Then Some
No doubt you are now an expert at “I” statements, based on my last video. Now take it to the next level with this corollary from your...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Mar 4, 20131 min read
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How To Be Married to a Man
I know this is a very important topic to many of you (most especially the women), so I recommend you pick up the latest edition of Binah...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Feb 27, 20131 min read
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Marriage Counseling in the Torah
Here’s a timely article that I liked about the parshas discussing the construction of the Beis HaMikdash. It’s got a number of...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Feb 25, 20131 min read
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You and "I"
This may be review for some, but it’s a great basic communication tool. Don’t leave home without it. It’s also an important starting...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Feb 4, 20131 min read
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The Problem with Putdowns
I’m the kind of guy who likes to be witty, especially in a group of friends. Me and my guy friends trade zingers all the time and we all...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Jan 22, 20131 min read
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Sharing the Experience
Do you like cookies? Here’s a video for you. #marriage #relationships

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Jan 8, 20131 min read
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Relationship Tips Video Series
Dear Readers, I am pleased to announce the launch of my new YouTube channel, on which I will be posting a video series of my favorite...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Jan 2, 20131 min read
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Miscommunication en Masse
The gun control debate that is coming back out of hibernation as a result of last week’s tragedy is an interesting case in point from the...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Dec 20, 20121 min read
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Couples Counseling
An interesting point I have recently been reminded of emphatically while working with couples: the points of dispute brought into the...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Nov 18, 20121 min read
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What Sandy Took and What She Brought
By Raffi Bilek| Nov 1st, 2012 Originally Posted at OU.org **********************************************************************...

Rabbi Raffi Bilek
Nov 2, 20123 min read
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