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How To Avoid an Emotional Affair
Emotional affairs are easy to fall into if we’re not careful. Listen as my friends Gary and Barb Rosberg share how to avoid an emotional affair. And then take some time tonight to sit down with your spouse and reconnect. Staying in tune with your spouse will keep you from looking for affirmation and emotional …
Are You a Turtle or a Skunk?
How do you handle conflict? Well, some of us are turtles and some of us are skunks. What do turtles do at the first sign of trouble or conflict? They pull back into their shell. On the other hand, skunks do just the opposite. They let everyone around them know they are standing to …
What if the Curtain Was Pulled Back on Your Life?
“Why don’t you talk to me the way you talk to your Family First supporters?” It was an unexpected question my wife shot over the bow of my ship in response to my speaking harshly to her. It was one of those penetrating questions that is tough to answer. I realized very quickly that …
Lead Your Heart (Part 2)
Where is your Treasure? In their very good book, The Love Dare, Stephen and Alex Kendrick say, “You need to understand that your heart follows your investment.” In other words, your heart will follow whatever you pour your time, talent and treasure into. If you pour much of your time into Facebook and Twitter, …
Don’t Follow your Heart (Part 1)
Why not? Should you just “follow your heart” as you date, in your marriage, while you work, as you socialize? No. At least not most of the time. That’s because when most people say, “follow your heart,” they’re really just saying, “follow your feelings.” And yes, feelings by themselves can sometimes lead you down …
Avoid Arguments by “Taking a Break”
This is a useful tool for couples when conflict starts to escalate out of control. One way to do avoid conflict with your spouse before it starts is by “taking a break.” Let’s say you and your spouse are arguing, things are getting pretty intense, and the ugly words are starting to fly. That’s …
My Family is Houseless but Not Homeless
“Hello, Mr. Merrill? This is John Smith from Tampa Fire and Rescue. Do you know what’s happened to your home?” “No,” I said in with a questioning voice. “Well, you have a major problem in your home. It’s flooded.” “What?” I gasped. “What happened?” “I would just suggest you get here quickly,” he exclaimed. …