What if the Curtain Were Pulled Back on Your Life?
“Why don’t you talk to me the way you talk to your Family First supporters?” My wife shot this unexpected question 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 I was speaking unkindly. Compartmentalization […]
12 Truths About Parenting
Today I’d like to share with you about parenting. It is not an easy task, but it is a rewarding one. Here are 12 truths that I hope will be helpful for you. 1. Parenting is “heart work.” It’s not just about outward obedience, it’s about the inward attitude of your child. 2. Parenting […]
5 Reasons Your Child Should Work
In our Family Minute radio program, I talked about the importance of our children doing some manual labor either inside or outside of the home. Here are 5 reasons your child should work.
Avoid Cheating by Meeting Your Spouse’s Needs
Infidelity is as old as marriage. As long as people have joined together, there has always been a potential for one of the partners to look outside of the marriage for something they feel is lacking within. Let me just say again that there is NEVER a valid reason to cheat on a spouse. […]
10 Books to Strengthen Your Marriage
Over the years, I’ve read a lot of marriage books. Many have been good. Some have been better. Here are 10 of the better books on marriage that I’ve read that I would encourage you to read as well. 1. Fighting for Your Marriage by Howard J. Markman, Scott M. Stanley, and Susan L. Blumberg 2. For […]
You Caught Your Teenager Drinking, Now What?
You thought you were on top of things as a parent. You talked to your teen many times about drinking. Then you find out they’ve been drinking. What do you do? Here are 5 steps to take in response to underage drinking.
Finding a Good Marriage Counselor: Stacking the Deck in Your Favor
I’m excited to have my friend Dr. Matthew Turvey guest blogging and sharing with us again today on the topic of marriage counseling. Marriage can be tough at times, so here are a few tips for finding the right marriage counselor. I hope this information is helpful to you
4 Ways to Know When it’s Time for Marriage Counseling
Today’s guest blogger, my friend Dr. Matthew Turvey, has some words of wisdom to share with us about marriage counseling. I hope this information will be helpful the next time you and your spouse hit a bump in the road.
Thanks for letting me share a few ideas with your readers, Mark. Hopefully these simple ideas can help a few couples. You know you could use marriage counseling if a) you’re married, and b) you’re breathing. Let’s debunk a few myths about marriage counseling. Nobody bites your head off. You don’t lose any body parts. Despite all claims to the contrary, it can be extremely painless. And guys, you won’t lose your man card.
Are You and Your Spouse on the Same Team?
He’s having a blast with his buddies on the golf course; she’s back at home cleaning the house. She’s out having fun with her friends; he’s back home mowing the yard. “I’m always the bad guy,” she exclaims. “How come you get to go play with the kids and I’m the one who always gets stuck disciplining them?” Or, he says, “You just got a new couch, so why can’t I spend a measly 100 bucks on some new fishing gear?”
