4 Ways to Motivate Yourself
I have written several books, including All Pro Dad. If you’ve never tried to write a few hundred pages of content, believe me when I say the process of writing can be taxing. I certainly had days when I would wake up fully energized, ready to sit down at the keyboard and spill out all […]
6 Subtle Words That Will Influence Others
I remember the major adjustments that came with adopting two children from Russia. These two kids came to us not having experienced much love, and it was our job to show them their value. But no matter how hard we tried, the early days were tough because of their childhood traumas. I remember being face […]
9 of the Biggest Turnoffs for Wives
I like to leave notes around the house for my wife, Susan. I’ve done it for years and she’s really appreciated them. I’d leave a sticky note with messages like “You caffeinate me!” on the coffee pot or “Checking you out…” on the bathroom mirror. My motivation was solely to make her feel good. I […]
5 Signs You Need Self-Care as a Leader
“Self-care” can be a confusing term. When you hear it, you may picture anything from taking a day spa trip to spending afternoons in a hammock. Self-care doesn’t mean laziness. It means recharging yourself. This is important as a parent and a spouse but also as a leader. In fact, self-care in leadership is a […]
6 Ways We Unintentionally Belittle Our Spouses
I remember walking in on an argument between my wife, Susan, and one of our kids. Their discussion didn’t seem to be progressing very well, and I decided to step in. Unfortunately, that just made things worse. Unintentionally, I started speaking to both of them like they were kids, which really upset Susan. She was […]
An Attitude You Need to Remove From Your Marriage ASAP
When my friend decided to sell his house, the home inspection revealed cracks in the foundation. His realtor told him that no one would buy the house until the foundation was secured. Cracks in the foundation, even small ones, can make the structure of the house unstable. So, it’s important for it to be solid. […]
5 Reasons to Respect Others No Matter What
Dr. James Dobson once said, “Respect is intended to operate on a two-way street.” The key words are “intended to operate.” It would be great to live in a “two-way street” world where everyone felt respected, not just for their accomplishments but for their humanity. We don’t live in that world, and I can only […]
7 Prayers of Protection for Your Marriage
Sitting at a red light as a teenager, a friend’s brother had a feeling something wasn’t quite right. He looked down and realized he’d forgotten to put on his seatbelt. So he buckled it and took off as the light turned green. Before reaching the next intersection, his car was crushed by an out-of-control drunk […]
3 Ways to Tell When Your Message Isn’t Landing
In a standard game of darts, the highest point total a player can score on a single throw is 60 points. It’s a high-risk shot because the 60-point space is tiny and hard to hit. If the competitor misses just slightly, that throw could wind up being worth a measly one point. In darts, the […]
