Recently, my adult sons and I decided to watch a movie together. Half way through the movie, a very inappropriate scene unfolded on the screen…I was shocked. I grabbed the remote and fumbled to get it off the screen. I knew it said PG-13 on the trailer but when I looked again it said, “UN” next to the movie we rented. That stands for unedited…basically, anything goes. My job as a father is to protect my...
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In his book, Uncommon Marriage, Tony Dungy writes about the time his family prepared to move to Florida. He had just accepted the head coaching job for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was an exciting time, but also a stressful time in their marriage…a new job and another move. Coach Dungy shares how they overcame this challenge…“We talked, walked, prayed, and tried to stay connected.” Using these four ideas, we...
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Maybe you’re lonely because your spouse is never home. Maybe they’re at home but still very distant…you’re searching for intimacy with your soul-mate, craving their companionship. What can you do when you’re feeling so far away from your spouse? First, communicate your need to your spouse in a non-confrontational and non-accusatory manner. Let them know that you love them and want to spend time with them. ...
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Yesterday we talked about what a husband wants to hear from his wife. Today we’ll talk about the 10 things wives want to hear from their husbands. So men, here’s what you can say. Number one… “Thanks for all you do for our family.” Number two… “You are a great mom and wife.” Three… “Let me do that for you.” Four… “I love you so much.” Be sure to tell your wife the rest of the 10 things wives want to hear...
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There are lots of qualities that matter: character, integrity, stability. But here’s something else to consider: look for someone who encourages you and has a positive outlook. It’s hard to have a happy marriage when your partner constantly criticizes you or makes you feel inadequate. Your spouse should be trying to build you up, not tear you down. And, it’s easier to have a happy marriage when you’re with someone...
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We’ve all seen it before. We say something to our spouse and, immediately, we can see their face starting to turn red with rage. Well, if you realize you’ve offended your spouse, or have been misinterpreted, you can ask for a “do-over,” where you rephrase the statement so that it’s kinder and clearer. First, when you see your spouse bristling, stop the conversation immediately. Second, ask for the do over with...
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I’ve been hearing that question more and more lately. People who’ve had affairs often say that they had some unfulfilled need that slowly began to be met by someone other than their spouse—a friend, co-worker, old flame, a neighbor. From there, it was a slippery slope to a full-blown extramarital affair and a broken marriage. So what can you do? Well, be aware of danger signs and take action. The best way to...
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