How to Help Your Spouse Be a Better Parent
Today I’m excited for Dr. Meg Meeker to share with us about how to help your spouse be a better parent. The daily demands of life often distract us from helping others, especially our spouses. I’m paying close attention.
Many relationship advisors tell us that we can’t change our partners. While we can’t overhaul their personalities or change their biochemistry, we certainly can exert a profound influence over their lives, which can lead to changed behavior. I have found this to be especially true when it comes to mothers and fathers. A mother can influence how her husband parents and vice versa—even if they are divorced. So if you would like your husband to be a better father or would like your wife to be a better mother, read on.
5 Toxins of the Tongue That Can Poison Your Marriage
Toxic words poison, and sometimes even kill, relationships. Words like, “I hate you” or “I wish I never met you” can cause irreparable damage. I confess there have been too many times when harsh, harmful words have come out of my mouth toward my wife, Susan, my kids, and others. It grieves me. I’m continually working hard to choose my words wisely.
4 Ways Your Marriage Might Be Like the Fiscal Cliff
It’s been hard to avoid all the talk about the economic “Fiscal Cliff” over the past few months. Going over this cliff meant a combination of higher taxes for everyone, cutting vital programs, and the continued deficit spending. While some action has been taken, major issues still remain that must be addressed in the […]
4 Things Dr. Seuss Teaches Us About Perseverance
I grew up reading Dr. Seuss books. Cat in the Hat, Hop on Pop, and Green Eggs and Ham were some of my favorites. Theodor “Dr.Seuss” Geisel is the number one children’s author of all time having written and illustrated 44 books. But did you know he was rejected 27 times before being published? So, what enabled […]
