Building Blocks for Lasting Love
An Online Course to bring more joy, unity and vibrancy to your relationship!
Check out the introduction video below!

- Does your relationship need a tune-up?
- Have you lost the spark of romance?
- Would you like to have more open and honest communication?
- Do you wish your partner really listened and heard you?
- Do you feel unappreciated?
Building Blocks for Lasting Love online course brings 6 proven practices for you to have more joy, intimacy, respect and unity for a vibrant, long-lasting relationship!
In this practical online course you'll learn to:
- Listen to your partner deeply and truly see and hear each other
- Resolve conflicts fairly and peacefully
- Give and receive the respect you both deserve
- Learn how to consult so you both win
- Honor the spirit of your partner without losing yourself
- Set clear boundaries
- Build your relationship as a fortress for well-being
- Develop respect, commitment, compassion, joy, and love
This course is based on strategies from The Virtues Project™, and research-based practices to build and sustain a healthy, happy relationship.
If you are a facilitator, an organization, or faith community who would like to offer this course,
please contact betsylydlesmith@gmail.com
Special discounts apply for groups.
please contact betsylydlesmith@gmail.com
Special discounts apply for groups.
BUILDING BLOCKS FOR LASTING LOVE
YES, REGISTER US FOR THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL AT $297 NOW! You'll receive the link to the course within 24 hours of registration.
- 8 recorded sessions with Pete and Betsy
- All handouts & support docs
- Keeping the Flame Alive Tips for a happy, healthy relationship
- Interactive exercises for you as a couple
- Installment payments available
- Your privacy respected.
YES, REGISTER US FOR THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL AT $297 NOW! You'll receive the link to the course within 24 hours of registration.
We have been married over forty years and I think this course was one of the greatest marriage investments we have made." -M & J, Poulsbo, WA

Your Facilitators: Betsy Lydle Smith & Pete Smith
The tools we're teaching you have:
Betsy and Pete are both Master Facilitators for The Virtues Project™, an international initiative to bring out the best in all people.
Betsy's a teacher; Pete a businessman.
Married for 53 years, they have two adult daughters, two sons-in-law, and five grandchildren. They live in Arizona in the United States.
This course is not couples therapy and the facilitators are not therapists. Betsy & Pete have facilitated programs for couples, parents, educators, and organizations for the past 25 years.
The tools we're teaching you have:
- Enriched our marriage immeasurably.
- Resolved conflicts.
- Gotten us through tough times.
- Made parenting and grand parenting easier, rewarding and joyful.
- Deepened our love and commitment to each other.
- Allowed us to build a fortress for well-being.
Betsy and Pete are both Master Facilitators for The Virtues Project™, an international initiative to bring out the best in all people.
Betsy's a teacher; Pete a businessman.
Married for 53 years, they have two adult daughters, two sons-in-law, and five grandchildren. They live in Arizona in the United States.
This course is not couples therapy and the facilitators are not therapists. Betsy & Pete have facilitated programs for couples, parents, educators, and organizations for the past 25 years.
Requirements:
QUESTIONS? Contact betsylydlesmith@gmail.com
- High speed internet via computer or tablet (it's difficult to see the program on a phone)
- Both partners should participate together
- A journal/notebook and pen for each partner
- A set of virtues cards, available as a free app at https://www.virtuesmatter.com/app or printed cards at https://virtuesshop.com/
QUESTIONS? Contact betsylydlesmith@gmail.com
REGISTER TODAY!
What couples are saying:
The fact that it was taught by both a husband and wife encouraged myself and my husband to trust the process. Our trust was never threatened and it has inspired us to learn communication skills we now cherish." -M & J, Poulsbo, WA
After 39 years of marriage and several marriage encounters, this is the best marriage retreat we've ever been on!"
-J & R, Issaquah, WA
"I appreciated new ways of communicating with my spouse in a non-threatening position and acknowledgement of the virtues and strengthening relationship tools with more effective, loving techniques." -B.B., Seattle, WA
The content was rich in engaging activities and virtues." - F & R, Amman, Jordan
"We know this strategy of Companioning quite well, and have used it for years. Not only has it been a HUGE support for the raising of our daughters, for the past 25 years, but is also a key pillar in the strength of our marriage. To feel heard, seen and held in supportive arms of love and acceptance is a phenomenal gift."- C & S, Salt Lake City, UT
"I really appreciated Pete and Betsy' kindness, care and respect for us in every aspect of this marriage course."
-K.A.- Camano Island, WA
"Thank you Betsy and Pete, for helping us grow closer together." -M & R, Seattle, WA
The fact that it was taught by both a husband and wife encouraged myself and my husband to trust the process. Our trust was never threatened and it has inspired us to learn communication skills we now cherish." -M & J, Poulsbo, WA
After 39 years of marriage and several marriage encounters, this is the best marriage retreat we've ever been on!"
-J & R, Issaquah, WA
"I appreciated new ways of communicating with my spouse in a non-threatening position and acknowledgement of the virtues and strengthening relationship tools with more effective, loving techniques." -B.B., Seattle, WA
The content was rich in engaging activities and virtues." - F & R, Amman, Jordan
"We know this strategy of Companioning quite well, and have used it for years. Not only has it been a HUGE support for the raising of our daughters, for the past 25 years, but is also a key pillar in the strength of our marriage. To feel heard, seen and held in supportive arms of love and acceptance is a phenomenal gift."- C & S, Salt Lake City, UT
"I really appreciated Pete and Betsy' kindness, care and respect for us in every aspect of this marriage course."
-K.A.- Camano Island, WA
"Thank you Betsy and Pete, for helping us grow closer together." -M & R, Seattle, WA