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Posted on December 12th, 2007 by Admin
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Law or grace?
That is the question…
How do you deal with your children and those around you when you’re angry, frustrated, tired, and burned out?…
Do you…
YELL and raise your voice ?
Play the martyr and do the silent treatment?
Cuss and swear and scream?
Dole out corporal punishment in the name of training ,control, and authority…
In other words, how [...]
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Posted on December 11th, 2007 by Admin
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Really listen. Listening creates clear communication by giving undivided attention and encouraging expression of feelings. Have real conversations, when you both listen and respond/react to each other.
Encourage family activities. A sense of belonging is developed by doing things together, from social activities like driving to the store, going on an outing, [...]
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Posted on December 4th, 2007 by Admin
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Mastering the Art of Encouragement.
It’s amazing how everyone needs encouragement, but is so reluctant to give it.
It costs so little to give, but can yield such high dividends. We cannot afford to overlook this key life habit.
The investment of encouragement can truly build up ourselves, our kids, our spouses, and our communities.
Encouragement [...]
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Posted on December 3rd, 2007 by Admin
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Expressing yourself…
You may assume another family members know your needs, feelings, and opinions without you telling them.
But… relying on mind reading may result in…
Disappointment
Frustration
Resentment
Loneliness….or hurt…
Here are some guidelines for expressing yourself clearly…
Describe your feelings… share your feelings with” I” statements. They build trust and relationships and they give you ownership of what’s being said…” [...]
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Posted on December 1st, 2007 by Admin
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