“Marriage is hard work, but with the right tools, you can create a beautiful one that will only get better with time.
I learned this in my story; my life with my first husband was riddled with marital strife when I became widowed unexpectedly. Then, I remarried and am applying the lessons I’ve learned when given a second chance to build a healthy relationship.
In my honest and vulnerable book, you’ll find practical steps to face common problems and solutions that can lead to deepening the bond you promised your whole heart to.”
—Julie Bender, on why she wrote her book When Marriage Is Hard
About When Marriage Is Hard
When you said your vows on your wedding day, you probably pictured a blissful life with your husband. But now, that image seems worlds away as you battle frequent arguments and disagreements with the man you pledged to walk beside for a lifetime—through the good times and the bad.
In When Marriage Is Hard, author Julie Bender walks you through her difficult first marriage, offering an honest picture of common marital challenges and the beauty in committing to working toward their resolutions.
You may be dealing with conflict, communication issues, or other problems that tempt you to walk away from your spouse. This book will help you embrace the power of growth as you trace your own marriage story alongside Julie’s and identify the challenges you need to address. You’ll uncover the steps needed to face these trials head-on to repair your relationship and rebuild a healthy, resilient marriage for a lifetime.
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About Julie Bender
Julie Bender is a believer, encourager, wifey (formerly widowed), mama and an oversharer. She strives to be bold in everything: her lipstick and lashes, mistakes and wins, her opinions and her faith. Her life hasn’t been easy, Julie had a difficult childhood, being a product of two drug addicted teens who were unable to be parents at the time which left her to be raised by her great-grandmother.
But she’s learned to embrace her story. Through her ability to share vulnerably, she’s found healing and her true self. Her personal mantra is #beboldandjustbeyou as she shares her heart, humor, and frequent embarrassing moments.
She hosts The Julie Bender Show podcast, co-hosts This Grit and Grace Life podcast, and produces a series for wives entitled #prayingforyourhusbanddaily. She has been featured on multiple podcasts, including, Stronger in the Difficult Places, Get Your Marriage On! with Dan Purcell, and a video segment for HeartofDating.com with Kait Tomlin.
But remember, she’s winging it: motherhood, eyeliner, dinner plans, everything.
