Can the holiday season in sunny South Florida really be trouble in paradise?  Is it really possible for relationships to strain when the holiday season is accompanied by the sunny, 75 degree weather that is the envy of the rest of the country?  Believe it or not, yes.

The holiday season can be challenging for many couples as the hustle and bustle of and responsibilities of life continue along with extra financial strains, the pressures of making time for family, and the pleasure of hanging out with the in-laws.  If couples are not proactive in their devotion to each other during the holidays their relationship can take a hit during what can otherwise be a wonderful time of the year.

Beth Steffaniak, a pastor's wife, counselor and life coach and creator of the Messy Marriage Blog, recently featured a list of six things couples can do to keep their relationship strong over the holidays: