It’s all about the sweet and sour. When you talk to your spouse are you complimentary and sweet? Or are you critical and sour? Most of us are generous with the sour ingredients in marriage. When our spouse messes up, we’re quick with criticism. But when they do well, we reserve the compliment. We save the sweets for a special occasion. Most people give out six times as many sour sayings for every one that’s...
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All mothers and fathers want their children to honor them…to look up to them and hold them in high esteem. But parents who want to be honored by their kids must first honor their children. It’s amazing the way some parents dishonor their sons and daughters. I’ve seen mothers and fathers publicly belittle their kids with remarks like, “You are so stupid.” Or, “Can’t you do anything right?” I’ve seen how fathers...
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My wife, Susan, came home the other day to find a special present that our dogs left for her. The dogs found a dead rat in the back yard and brought their prize into our house. So I came to her rescue and disposed of our dogs' not-so-thoughtful gift. I was pumped up about tossing that dead mouse in the trash because I love being Susan’s hero. Here are some "rats" in your wife’s life that you can help get rid...
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Our kids are constantly evaluated on their abilities at school, in sports, in the arts and even at home. But what about you? What grade would your kids give you as a parent? Well, here’s a way to make an A every time. Remember the 6 A’s of parenting. First is Affirmation. When your children are sharing their feelings or opinions, they want you to listen to them, identify with them and affirm them. Second is...
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No, this is not the dating game. . .but, who your child marries will affect them for the rest of their life – for better or for worse. Here are some tips to help them make a wise choice. First, decide with your heart. . .and your head. The butterflies in the stomach may or may not last – so what are they like as a person? Honest? Dependable? Kind? Let your child know it is important to see beyond the cuteness...
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As a Florida native, I’ve done a lot of boating, hunting, and camping over the years and have been in a lot of secluded areas. When you’re out in the middle of nowhere, it’s especially important to have a navigational device that you can rely upon to tell you where you are and where you need to go—north, south, east, or west. In navigation, it’s important to understand the difference between true north and...
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Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Your actions speak so loudly that I can’t hear your words.” Kids learn more from watching how we live our lives than how we tell them to live theirs. And your kids are watching you in so many ways. Here are 10 Ways your kids are watching you. First, your language. They see how you speak to others. Do you use kind words when you talk to your spouse? Do you cuss at others who cut...
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