What Kind of Learner are You?
It’s my buddy while doing mindless tasks, such as sorting laundry. It’s my companion while I’m getting ready in the morning. It’s my quick download of energy and wisdom as I’m going on my morning walk . . . Basically, it’s in my ears whenever other humans aren’t present. It’s wise podcasts.
Healthy Communication in Marriage
How can we truly grow in communication skills that actually work, and in doing so, positively impact our marriage?
This topic builds upon what we have discussed in previous weeks. Expectations in marriage, gender differences, self-awareness, and family of origin all affect the way we communicate with our spouse.
Most Helpful Gender Difference to Understand
In ninth grade, I remember listing a full page of topics to research for my term paper. This exercise revealed I was interested in psychology as most of my topics were linked to human relations. I landed on birth order, which began a journey of delighting in the study of mind, behavior, and interpersonal relationships.
How is Self-Awareness Beneficial in Marriage?
What do these two marriages have in common?
He speaks to her with a harsh tone every time he is lacking sleep. Over time, his wife avoids him and shies away from connecting with him when he is tired. He has no idea why she recoils at certain times, which only fuels his anger.
How Does Your Family of Origin Affect Your Marriage?
“FOO” was a common abbreviation we were trained to use in marriage and family therapy. FOO stands for “family of origin.”
How does your FOO impact you?!
Marriage: Foundational Questions to Promote Connection
By our second date, I knew Mark Dugger was the person I would get to someday marry. Six months later, he put a ring on my finger during his epic proposal.
Gratitude in Parenting
I was driving with my girls the other day and I didn’t even realize the negative thoughts taking up space in my brain. It had been a challenging parenting morning and I was feeling defeated.
Three Friendship Lessons My Mama Taught Me
How satisfied are you with your current friendships? How would you describe the type of friend you are longing for? What words would you use to label the type of friend you are?
One Simple Way to Disciple Our Children
Discipling our children occurs as we plant seeds of faith and water or cultivate those seeds and soil, as we pray for God to make them grow and help our kids flourish!
Marriage Scripture I am Loving
Did you have Scripture read at your wedding? Ours was 1 Corinthians 13 and Philippians 2. These remain some of my favorite chapters in the Bible.