Be an All Pro Dad This Father’s Day
Ever since I became a dad 24 years ago, I’ve always said that being a dad is my most important job. And so, over the years, I’ve worked very hard to be the best dad I can be to my five children. Just like any job, it’s critical to know your mission, goals, job […]
Why Busyness is Not a Badge of Honor
“I’m so slammed at the office this week. I’m going to be working late every night to get things done!” “This is a crazy month for me and the kids. Between basketball playoffs, piano recitals, and soccer tournaments, I might as well start a taxi service.” “Wow, my schedule has had me traveling all over […]
#019: Creative Discipline Ideas for Kids (Podcast)
Last month, we talked about how to discipline your child. Today we want to follow up by discussing creative discipline ideas for kids. If you’re in a discipline rut with your child and things aren’t working for you, listen below for some new ideas.
My wife Susan joins us to share the 21 Creative Consequences tool that iMOM developed for moms to offer more creative discipline ideas.
How to Help Your Spouse Have an Affair
More often than not, affairs don’t just happen. Oh, sure, sometimes they do, but there are usually things that are said or not said, done or not done, over the years that are contributing factors. Also, while I’m not suggesting that the husband or wife who has the affair is in any way justified in […]
What I Learned from a Fight with My Wife Last Night
I just woke up. I feel terrible. My wife and I got into a fight last night. It pains me to tell you about this argument, but I think you need to know. Why? You need to know that I am a mere man…a mortal man who is very flawed. A man who is […]
#018: 3 A’s for an Awesome Marriage (Podcast)
It’s easy to look at my wife, Susan, and tell her what she needs to do more or less of in our marriage, what to do with the kids, or what to do around the house. Sound familiar? But today, instead of looking at our spouses, let’s look at ourselves and ask, “What can I […]
How to Evaluate Your Relationship with Your Child
Most engaged parents want to know that they have a good relationship with their son or daughter. But sometimes, it’s tough to tell just how solid that parent-child relationship really is. You might think things are going great, but your child might think otherwise. Or, your child might feel like things are fine, but you feel like you’ve fallen short as a mom or dad.
#017: How to Discipline Your Child (Podcast)
Do you and your spouse struggle to discipline your child? Have a strong-willed child who ignores your instructions? What’s the right consequence for an offense?
Well, I can tell you that you must be disciplined to discipline. You and your spouse must really work hard together to effectively discipline your kids. Listen to my wife, Susan, and I discuss how to discipline your child.
From High School to College: Words of Wisdom for Graduates
Graduation is always a whirlwind. As for my kids, there have been five gowns worn, five caps thrown into the air, and five high school diplomas received. Graduating high school was the start of a new chapter in my kids’ lives, a chapter when they would not be living in our home full time. […]
