6 P’s to Use Next Time You’re Triggered
We’ve all experienced a moment like this—you overhear or see something that inexplicably kickstarts an intense emotional response. You’ve been triggered. It’s a natural reaction in our brains, usually related to past wounds or trauma, and it often wells up in us without warning. Triggers leave us feeling anxious, panicked, or angry. To fight the feelings, […]
6 Everyday Things to Do to Make Your Marriage Stronger
We have some long distance runners in our office, and they frequently discuss their exercise routines during lunch breaks. Last year, one guy vowed to run at least one mile a day. Somebody else decided to train for her first half marathon. Both hit their goals, because they stuck to their workout plans. Running 365 […]
9 Uncomfortable Realities in Every Marriage
A coworker of mine visited his friend’s house after a pipe had broken, flooding the kitchen. Floorboards had to be tossed out, and the concrete was exposed. “I’m sorry this happened,” my coworker said. His friend replied, “It’s just part of it.” He knew life is filled with challenges, and because he has accepted that, […]
4 Ways Your Marriage Is a Gift
We’ve all heard a husband refer to his wife as “the old ball and chain.” And lots of wives crack jokes about their husbands—jokes that sound a lot like criticism. While most of those spouses are only kidding, many married couples’ comedic jabs at each other are rooted in something that isn’t funny. They’ve forgotten […]
3 P’s Required for Success
Success comes in all shapes, sizes, and timelines. Walt Disney’s first animated film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, was an instant hit. It debuted to a worldwide audience in 1937, won several major awards, and catapulted Disney as an entertainment giant. Other people, like author Harper Lee, struggled before making it big. She wrote […]
4 Reasons to Listen to Your Spouse
A coworker of mine tells a story about her parents when they were newly married. The young wife was doubled over in pain and thought she needed to go to the hospital. Her husband, on the other hand, insisted it was probably just a stomachache. He thought he knew better, so he decided not to […]
4 Situations Leaders Should Be Prepared to Face
Benjamin Franklin is one of the most influential men in American history. The Renaissance man invented substantial tools like bifocals, the urinary catheter, and the world’s first lightning rod. Perhaps his greatest contribution to the country was his input in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, documents that still shape […]
5 Actions That Will Make Your Spouse Lose Trust in You
A friend of mine knows what it feels like to have her trust shattered. Her husband had an affair, and it’s taken a decade of hard work to rebuild trust between them. To save their relationship, they put strict boundaries in place. They both have full access to each other’s phones and passwords at any […]
5 Small Changes to Become More Present
During his pro baseball career, New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter was often seen doing an inclusive pregame ritual. Before the first pitch, he’d walk the length of the dugout giving fist bumps to everyone in sight—players, coaches, even the ball boys. He once said, “Leadership is more about what you do than what you […]
