The term “sibling rivalry” often comes to our minds a whole lot faster than “sibling love.” Perhaps it’s because of the way the backseat of our car is constantly filled with, “Tell Kevin to stop pulling on my hair,” or “Make Janie leave me alone!” Teaching your children to love one another is never easy, but is always worth it. So here are 5 ways to encourage sibling love in your family. First, encourage warm...
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Without realizing it, you say something to your kids like, “How is it that your mom always forgets to do things I ask her?” No big deal, right? Wrong. When you speak unkind words about your spouse you are creating a negative image of your spouse to your kids. And once your kids have a negative image of one of their parents, they start repeating those unkind and disrespectful words also to that parent. Then,...
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There are many factors that play into knowing when your child is ready to make their own choices. You not only want to consider their age, but also their maturity level, ability to accept responsibility and make good decisions. Also, they may be ready to make decisions in some areas but not in others. For example, your daughter may be wise in choosing friends, but struggles to choose outfits that are modest. In...
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Before the game starts, you run up to the grocery store to grab a couple things. Just as you walk out of the store and pack your groceries into the trunk, your wife calls to say she needs one more thing. It’s an unexpected moment…you have a decision to make…keep your cool, or lose it? We’ve all experienced something like that. So when things don’t go the way you thought, here are 5 ways to keep your cool. ...
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After spending 180 days together, your child’s teacher is bound to know a thing or two about your child. Each day, teachers get to observe first-hand things like how your child interacts with others, how your child is challenged, and even how your child handles pressure. So learn more about your child and their education by asking their teacher specific questions. First, ask, “In what areas does my child...
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You may remember watching Kevin McCallister’s pranks and adventures in the movie when he is accidentally left “Home Alone.” And while most situations aren’t nearly so extreme, leaving your child home alone for the first time is still a huge step that requires much thought and consideration. Things like age, maturity, and behavior should factor into your decision. Another factor that must be considered is your...
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"Life Hacks” are clever tips and tricks that can be used to solve an everyday problem a person may be facing. So to help make your job as a husband a little easier, here are some life hacks for husbands. First, check out the Love Your Wife Well Life Hack. It includes love actions to show your spouse—things like writing notes, planning a great date, and making the bed for your wife. Next, check out the Watch...
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