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8 Ways to Simplify Your Life

Let’s face it: We all live busy, busy lives. But sometimes, it can be too much…too fast. So here are 4 ways to simplify your life. First, shed some stuff. The less cluttered your environment feels, the less cluttered you will feel. Second, learn to say, “No.” A great way to protect yourself and guard against over commitment is by setting limits. Third, purposefully unplug your technology. This means cutting down...
Apr 10, 2015 / Motherhood

Start a Future Spouse Wish List with Your Child

Most kids still desire to get married someday. And you can guide them by discussing it long before the big day happens. Here are some questions every parent should discuss with their kids about marriage and their future spouse. First, ask them why they want to get married. The reasons your child wants to marry are important. Second, ask them to describe the person they want to marry, including what kind of...
Apr 09, 2015 / General

10 Things to Teach Your Kids about Failure

Our kids will face failures in life. But instead of allowing them to wallow in misery, here are 4 things to teach your kids about failure. First, not everyone gets a trophy. Be sure your kids understand that while losing is inevitable, it can also teach valuable lessons. Second, everyone has different talents. If your kids fail in one area, guide them in a new direction for success. Third, have perseverance. ...
Apr 08, 2015 / General

How to Evaluate You Relationship with Your Spouse

If you want to evaluate your marriage, the best way is to talk to the one person that knows your marriage as well, or better than, you do…your spouse. So here are 2 questions you can ask your spouse to assess your relationship. First ask, “How can I be better spouse to you?” Ask for practical examples. Second, ask, “Have I seemed oblivious to anything important going on in the family?” If you have missed...
Apr 06, 2015 / Communication

The Truth about Porn Moms Need to Know

Pornography presents a distorted view of sex. It undermines a young person’s ability to enjoy a natural, loving, sexual relationship in marriage one day. So to help your child avoid being crippled by pornography, here are 2 truths you need to know. First, your child may have already seen porn online. Unfortunately, research reveals 90% of teen boys and 60% of teen girls have seen some form of pornography. To help...
Apr 03, 2015 / Motherhood

Are You a Backseat Driver?

Driving is a stressful task. Running late. Heavy traffic. Bad weather. Distractions. All can add to the stress. But we can make things worse even when we are NOT the driver. Here are some things we need to stop doing when our spouse or teenager is driving. First, don’t nag the driver about their driving habits. We all have bad habits. But constantly being reminded of them doesn’t change them. It’s one thing to...
Apr 02, 2015 / Relationships and Communication

10 Battles for Your Family You Must Fight and Win

Not everything in life is worth fighting for. But there’s one thing parents are called to fight for: their family. So here are 3 common battles you must fight and win. First, fight for security. Making your family feel safe means more than just turning on the alarm system. It’s about assuring your family that they can always depend on you—no matter what. Second, fight for peace. This means being quick to forgive...
Apr 01, 2015 / Fatherhood

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